Since the New York Rangers dug themselves into a hole to start the 2017-18 season, they’ve been forced to keep their eyes glued to the standings in an attempt to keep pace in the competitive Metropolitan Division. Last week the Rangers only collected two of four available points in games that should have been less daunting, only increasing the importance of their next three matchups. This week, all three of their opponents were division rivals, and all a challenge for the Rangers – but it was also a crucial opportunity to gain traction in the division
First, the Rangers looked to gain two points in Pittsburgh in their second meeting of the season.