Rangers Report Card: Lots to like after the first 5 games

Forever Blueshirts writer John Kreiser evaluates the New York Rangers' strong start to the season, awarding high marks across multiple areas following four consecutive wins after an opening loss. Kreiser assigns 'A' grades to the team's goaltending, remodeled defense, and head coach Mike Sullivan, highlighting Igor Shesterkin's standout play and a revamped blue line featuring newcomers Sean Durzi and Marcus Pettersson.

Kreiser awards 'B' grades to both the forward group and special teams, noting that while Alexis Lafreniere and Gabe Perreault have excelled, more offensive production is needed from secondary lines. The Rangers' penalty kill ranks 11th in the league at 87.5 percent, and the author credits Sullivan's aggressive tactical approach for revitalizing the team after a difficult previous campaign.