EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - CIRCA 1986: John Vanbiesbrouck #34 of the New York Rangers defends his goal against the New Jersey Devils during an NHL Hockey game circa 1986 at the Brendan Byrne Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Vanbiesbrouck playing career went from 1981-2002. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)
What happened on April 19 in the history of the New York Rangers
April 19 marks the anniversary of the worst defeat ever suffered by the New York Rangers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. On this date in 1986, the Rangers were beaten by the Washington Capitals by the score of 8-1 in the Patrick Division Finals.