When the Rangers signed Igor Shesterkin to his entry level contract, it was clear the Rangers had their heir-apparent to Henrik Lundqvist. The only concern with Shesterkin was whether his stellar KHL numbers would translate to the NHL. After the first two months of the AHL season, all signs are pointing to him truly being the next great Rangers goaltender.
Through 11 starts, Shesterkin has put up equally ridiculous numbers in the AHL. He has a 1.89 GAA and a .931 SV% and one shutout. It’s not just the numbers either, as Shesterkin is making the same crazy saves as well.