Game #64: New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils Open Thread

Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty ImagesThe trade deadline is officially in the rear view mirror, and the new look Rangers are ready for the stretch run as they prepare for their first playoff appearance since 2017. That run begins in Newark tonight, as the Blueshirts will square off with Our Rivals That Serve As A Minor Nuisance for the third time this season. New York has earned victories in each of the first two meetings, and a third consecutive win will secure the season series victory for them.

Chris Drury was active in his first deadline day as general manager. After acquiring Frank Vatrano from the Florida Panthers last week, the Rangers made four separate trades yesterday. Three of those…