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Rangers lose star goalie Shesterkin for season
New York Rangers' Igor Shesterkin injured, out for season as team seeks replacement.
In brief
New York Rangers' Igor Shesterkin injured, out for season as team seeks replacement. New York Rangers' star goaltender Igor Shesterkin will miss the rest of the season due to a lower-body injury, jeopardizing playoff hopes. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Rangers' star goalie out for season
New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin will miss the remainder of the season with a lower-body injury, the team announced.
Injury details
Shesterkin suffered an apparent leg injury during Friday night's loss to Washington Capitals as his right leg slid awkwardly into the post.
Pre-season performance
Prior to the injury, the Rangers had a 4-1-0 start with Shesterkin posting 3.90 goals saved above average in five appearances.
Shesterkin's career stats
Shesterkin, the 2022 Vezina Trophy winner, has a .917 save percentage, 2.51 GAA, and 22 shutouts in 330 games.
Team's playoff hopes
Losing Shesterkin puts a huge dent in the Rangers' playoff hopes, especially with backup goalie Joonas Korpisalo also injured.
Replacement options
New York could explore veterans like Petr Mrazek or James Reimer, or trade for Minnesota Wild netminder Filip Gustavsson.
The big picture
New York Rangers' star goaltender Igor Shesterkin will miss the rest of the season due to a lower-body injury, jeopardizing playoff hopes.
