Igor Shesterkin's Season-Ending Injury Leaves Rangers Struggling

The New York Rangers are facing severe challenges following a season-ending injury to star goaltender Igor Shesterkin. In Shesterkin's absence, the Rangers lost 6-3 to the Los Angeles Kings for their third straight defeat. Goaltending backup Dylan Garand and newly signed veteran James Reimer have struggled to stabilize the crease. Head coach Mike Sullivan noted that the team's defensive identity relies heavily on Shesterkin's elite play.