Lafreniere and Jones Lead Rangers to Victory, Quick Achieves Another Shutout Against Kraken
The Rangers Triumph Over The Kraken: A Dominant Display In a thrilling Sunday night match, the New York Rangers emerged victorious against the Seattle Kraken, with a 2-0 win. The star-studded duo, Alexis Lafreniere and Zac Jones, took centre stage and netted the goals for the Rangers. Quick's Masterclass in Goalkeeping Jonathan Quick, the formidable goaltender, was instrumental in the Rangers' victory. He successfully blocked 24 shots, earning his second consecutive shutout and 62nd of his remarkable career. Serving as a backup to Igor Shesterkin, Quick has dominated in his five starts, winning all of them. Grubauer's Endeavors and The End of Kraken's Winning Streak On the other side, Philipp Grubauer put up a resilient fight with 21 saves for the Kraken. However, his efforts couldn't prevent the end of a four-game winning spree for the Seattle team. Game-Changing Goals The game saw Lafreniere scoring the initial goal with just 2:30 minutes remaining in the second period. An impeccable pass from Artemi Panarin from the left board found Lafreniere perfectly positioned for a smooth goal. Panarin's assist extended his point-scoring streak to seven games. Following closely, Jones added to the tally with a goal just three minutes into the third period. Key Takeaways The Rangers have an impressive record of scoring first in 10 of their 16 games this season, with a flawless 10-0-0 in these games. On the other hand, the Kraken have faced four shutouts in their 19 games. Crucial Moments Jones' goal came from an impressive rush that he initiated in the defensive zone, ending with a pass from Kaapo Kakko in the left circle. Despite Grubauer's valiant attempts, Jones' shot slipped past his right shoulder, marking a rare error in an otherwise strong game for the Seattle goalie. Essential Stat Historically, the Rangers maintain an unbeaten record against Seattle, 6-0-1. What's Next The Rangers will embark on their journey to Vancouver for the second game of their four-game road trip on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Kraken will wrap up their six-game homestand on Wednesday, squaring off against Nashville. The post Lafreniere and Jones Lead Rangers to Victory, Quick Achieves Another Shutout Against Kraken appeared first on 21Sports.com.
The Rangers Triumph Over The Kraken: A Dominant Display
In a thrilling Sunday night match, the New York Rangers emerged victorious against the Seattle Kraken, with a 2-0 win. The star-studded duo, Alexis Lafreniere and Zac Jones, took centre stage and netted the goals for the Rangers.
Quick's Masterclass in Goalkeeping
Jonathan Quick, the formidable goaltender, was instrumental in the Rangers' victory. He successfully blocked 24 shots, earning his second consecutive shutout and 62nd of his remarkable career. Serving as a backup to Igor Shesterkin, Quick has dominated in his five starts, winning all of them.
Grubauer's Endeavors and The End of Kraken's Winning Streak
On the other side, Philipp Grubauer put up a resilient fight with 21 saves for the Kraken. However, his efforts couldn't prevent the end of a four-game winning spree for the Seattle team.
Game-Changing Goals
The game saw Lafreniere scoring the initial goal with just 2:30 minutes remaining in the second period. An impeccable pass from Artemi Panarin from the left board found Lafreniere perfectly positioned for a smooth goal. Panarin's assist extended his point-scoring streak to seven games.
Following closely, Jones added to the tally with a goal just three minutes into the third period.
Key Takeaways
The Rangers have an impressive record of scoring first in 10 of their 16 games this season, with a flawless 10-0-0 in these games. On the other hand, the Kraken have faced four shutouts in their 19 games.
Crucial Moments
Jones' goal came from an impressive rush that he initiated in the defensive zone, ending with a pass from Kaapo Kakko in the left circle. Despite Grubauer's valiant attempts, Jones' shot slipped past his right shoulder, marking a rare error in an otherwise strong game for the Seattle goalie.
Essential Stat
Historically, the Rangers maintain an unbeaten record against Seattle, 6-0-1.
What's Next
The Rangers will embark on their journey to Vancouver for the second game of their four-game road trip on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Kraken will wrap up their six-game homestand on Wednesday, squaring off against Nashville.
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