Rangers are playing like the game is over once they fall behind

The Rangers need to put an end to these woes, and fast.

By Scott Rogust · Blue Line Station

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 12:00 PM

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Blue Line Station argues that the New York Rangers consistently struggle to recover once falling behind in games.
The Rangers have compiled an 0-5-1 record this season when opponents score the opening goal.
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the Rangers 6-3 on Monday, handing New York its first home loss.

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Blue Line Station argues that the New York Rangers struggle severely when falling behind, noting the team has gone 0-5-1 when conceding the first goal this season. Following a 6-3 home defeat against the Los Angeles Kings, head coach Mike Sullivan urged his team to lock down defensively after initial setbacks to avoid surrendering multiple consecutive goals.

The Rangers have dropped three straight contests following a strong 6-0-0 start at home. Goaltending difficulties compounded their issues after James Reimer was pulled during the first period on Monday, while the organization awaits Joonas Korpisalo's return from a foot infection.

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