The New York Rangers are in action on Friday night against the divisional rival Washington Capitals, but fans everywhere are now holding their breaths after a frightening moment involving franchise goaltender Igor Shesterkin.Shesterkin, the highest-paid goaltender in the NHL, was…
New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin suffered a scary-looking injury during Friday night's game against the Washington Capitals. During the second period at Capital One Arena, Shesterkin appeared to land awkwardly, tumbled backward into the net, and had to be helped off the ice without putting weight on his leg, forcing Dylan Garand into action.
The injury significantly complicates New York's goaltending depth, as backup goaltender Joonas Korpisalo is already sidelined and AHL affiliate netminder Spencer Martin is also dealing with an injury. The Rangers are scheduled to host the Vancouver Canucks at Madison Square Garden on Sunday.
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