As the New York Rangers deal with a Jekyll-and-Hyde start to the season, “Rangers West” is flying high in Southern California.
Buoyed by the play of four ex-Rangers on their roster, the Anaheim Ducks (10-3-1) own the best record in the Pacific Division. They extended their winning streak to six Saturday, when former Rangers captain Jacob Trouba scored with 32 seconds left in overtime, lifting the Ducks to an exciting 4-3 road victory against the second-place Vegas Golden Knights.
The goal was a beauty. Trouba accepted a pass from Leo Carlsson, blew past the Vegas defender, and had a sweet finish to beat goalie Akira Schmid for the OT game-winner.