Flashback to pre-playoff Ranger hockey and that’s exactly what we were treated to in Game 1 of the series against Ottawa. The Rangers started extremely flat, allowing 21 shots in the first period. If not for another outstanding yet wasted performance by Henrik Lundqvist, the Rangers could have easily been blown out. Hank was incredible throughout the game, making door stop save after another.
You think Henrik Lundqvist wants the Stanley Cup? With the save of the postseason in Ottawa. #NYR pic.twitter.com/NQL5bRO1sH
— Elite Sports NY (@EliteSportsNY) April 27, 2017
The undeserving Rangers were even treated to a one-goal lead, as captain Ryan McDonagh found the back of the net on a power play goal in the second period.