Chris Kreider’s return, Mika Zibanejad’s absence, and a charged atmosphere at Madison Square Garden couldn’t mask another frustrating Rangers loss.
Emotions were running high heading into Monday's New York Rangers vs. Anaheim Ducks matchup on Broadway. Social media and The Garden were buzzing in anticipation of the return of former Rangers Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba.
Jacob Trouba’s exit from the Rangers organization also came with its own whirlwind of drama. Whether you liked him or not, he was the team’s former captain, and when he was dealt away, much of the Rangers’ size and snarl on the back end went with him.