Joonas Korpisalo makes long-awaited return in hopes of stabilizing Rangers net

Goaltender Joonas Korpisalo made his New York Rangers debut against the Seattle Kraken on Saturday afternoon after missing over a month with a foot infection. The 32-year-old had only previously dressed as a backup for the season opener before being placed on injured reserve. Head coach Mike Sullivan expressed excitement about Korpisalo's return, noting that his presence will help share the team's goaltending workload following Igor Shesterkin's season-ending knee injury.

In Korpisalo's absence, 24-year-old rookie Dylan Garand had shouldered the starting duties, appearing in 12 consecutive games and recording a .906 save percentage. The Rangers had previously attempted to ease Garand's workload by signing veteran James Reimer, but the team placed Reimer on unconditional waivers for contract termination on Saturday after a difficult single appearance.