Mike Sullivan Sends A Clear Message To The New York Rangers On What Needs To Change Moving Forward
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The New York Rangers' season opener began with a disappointing shutout of the team, with the Pittsburgh Penguins soundly defeating the Blueshirts 3-0. Head Coach Mike Sullivan wasn't satisfied with the performance last night, as USA Today's Vince Mercogliano picked his head.
The New York Rangers gave up their home opener against the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0. A disappointing start to the NHL season, as we saw the Mike Sullivan era begin in fits and starts.
He would call out the team for their inability to control the ice, advance the puck, and generate offense.
Things we've seen them do before, plenty of times before his arrival. However, the collapse was imminent, as we saw Evgeni Malkin come away with 2 assists that night, while Justin Brazeau and Blake Lizzotte would provide the offense.
The New York Rangers Falter To The Pittsburgh Penguins
The New York Rangers were shut out by their Metropolitan Division rivals, and it wasn't any more evident than by the lack of defensive coverage last night.
While Igor Shesterkin wasn't peppered, he still faced 29 shots that night, giving up one goal and 28 saves.
The last two goals came from an empty net, which was tough enough as is, as the team failed to provide any kind of meaningful defense against a bitter rival.
There's still hope for a rebound, as tonight they take on the Buffalo Sabres, who aren't exactly the best team in the Atlantic.
They'll have to take key points from Sullivan's criticism and put them into practice if they're to defeat the Sabres and Tage Thompson tonight.
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