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Shesterkin Injury Mars Capitals' Win Over Rangers
10 Oct
Summary
- Boone Jenner scored the game-winning goal for the Capitals.
- Rangers' starting goalie Igor Shesterkin was injured and helped off ice.
- Dylan Garand replaced Shesterkin, making 11 saves for the Rangers.
The Washington Capitals defeated the New York Rangers 3-1 on Friday night, but the victory was marred by a significant injury to Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin. Boone Jenner scored the decisive goal late in the second period, giving the Capitals a 2-1 lead. Tom Wilson and Timothy Liljegren also contributed goals for Washington.
Shesterkin sustained an injury midway through the second period after an awkward fall into his own net. While challenging a shooter, he fell and caught his skate on the post, collapsing into the net. The Vezina Trophy winner received medical attention and was unable to put weight on his right leg as he was helped off the ice. This injury raises concerns, especially given his history of missing time with a lower-body injury last season.
Backup goaltender Dylan Garand entered the game for the Rangers, stopping 11 shots. Alexis Lafreniere was the only scorer for the Rangers. Both teams are scheduled to play again on Sunday, with the Rangers hosting the Vancouver Canucks and the Capitals hosting the Seattle Kraken.
