New York Rangers Open Thread: Rangers vs Islanders

The New York Rangers and New York Rangers will battle it out with playoff supremacy on the line tonight.



The New York Rangers and New York Islanders are set to battle it on Long Island, as both teams are desperately looking for points to keep their playoff hopes alive. This is the first meaningful game between these two cross town rivals dating back to 2006. This game is going to have a playoff type atmosphere, especially with two huge points up for grabs tonight.

Player To Watch:


Rick Nash

#61 / Right Wing / New York Rangers

6-4

219

Jun 16, 1984


These are the type of big games were players like Rick Nash earn a majority of their paycheck. He's going to need to be on his game tonight if the Rangers plan on escaping with two points.