"What started out as a great looking game quickly turned into a dominating performance by Anaheim, who feasted all night on the Rangers in transition and off turnovers. The shorthanded Rangers were exposed, with Anaheim taking advantage of Braden Schneider on the top pair and Spencer Martin in net. No one likes losses, but the Rangers tank rolled on with a regulation loss to a team that was behind them in the standings just one week ago."
"It's funny how hockey works. Two years ago, he couldn't be dealt in a JT Miller trade that might have catapulted the Rangers to a Stanley Cup in 2024. Now he's likely on the block as a guy the Rangers probably need to trade now before the shine on his age and handedness wears off. It's disappointing, but at least we have clarity on his ceiling with this team."
"Spencer Martin is a good soldier, but he's not an NHL goalie, which may play into why Schneider appeared so bad last night. Martin couldn't bail the team out of their mistakes the way Igor Shesterkin can, and it showed. Dylan Garand is getting all the starts in the AHL and is still struggling a bit, but he should get a look soon. Martin as the backup just isn't a good plan."
The Rangers lost in regulation to Anaheim after an encouraging start. Anaheim dominated in transition and repeatedly capitalized on turnovers. The shorthanded Rangers were exposed, with Braden Schneider struggling on the top pairing. Schneider was on the ice for three goals against and has not elevated his game this month. His perceived trade value appears higher than his on-ice contributions, fueling trade rumors. Spencer Martin started in goal but could not bail out mistakes and is not seen as NHL-caliber depth. Dylan Garand is getting starts in the AHL and could receive an NHL look soon. Mika Zibanejad and Artemi Panarin remain primary offensive drivers and extended point streaks.
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