The Playoffs Are Set, And A Rivalry Renewed
The Washington Capitals have just clinched the second wild card spot in the Eastern Conference, and will play against the Rangers in the first round of the playoffs!
The Rangers and Capitals will meet in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the 10th time, with the Rangers (5-4) holding the edge over the Capitals (4-5) - a history that goes back as recently as a 4-3 win in 2015 Second Round.
The Capitals qualify with a -37 goal differential, 27th in the NHL.
That is the lowest differential of a postseason team since the 1991 Whalers (-38) and Canucks (-77), when the league had 21 teams.
The race to 16 wins begins now!
Previously on NYRangersInsider
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3 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Chris Drury faces critical decision with pending RFA: Outcome will determine the Rangers future |
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4 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman New York Rangers send Igor Shesterkin a clear message following terrible start against the Sabres |
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6 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Peter Laviolette Shockingly Reveals The Truth Behind Zac Jones Being Sent To The AHL |
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7 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman New York Rangers projected lineups: 4 Nations players status have just been confirmed |
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11 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman Chris Drury set to make drastic trade: New York Rangers linked to several top defenders of the NHL |
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13 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman Trade incoming: The Winnipeg Jets are highly interested in New York Rangers top defenseman |
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14 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds New York Rangers defenseman discusses future olympic aspirations following 4 Nations Face-Off |
