Shesterkin Picks Up Assist, Extends Point Streak in Rangers Win
Igor Shesterkin recorded an assist on Eeli Tolvanen's empty-net goal in the Rangers' 4-2 win over Utah. It gave Shesterkin points in consecutive starts after he scored a goalie goal in his previous game. He also made 28 saves and later attempted another empty-net goal that Mikhail Sergachev intercepted.
Igor Shesterkin earned a secondary helper when Eeli Tolvanen scored into an empty net late in the third, helping New York beat Utah 4-2 at Madison Square Garden. Will Cuylle had the primary assist. The point followed Shesterkin's empty-net goal against Tampa Bay on Thursday, giving him points in consecutive starts.
Shesterkin stopped 28 shots. Utah pulled Karel Vejmelka, and Shesterkin tried for another goal, but Mikhail Sergachev intercepted the attempt. New York has won three straight and sits 3-1-0; Dylan Garand posted a shutout in the middle win.
Shesterkin's scoring streak could raise interest in Rangers games and in goaltender puck play more broadly. Young goalies may be inspired to practice shooting and handling, while coaches could weigh the excitement of empty-net attempts against turnover risk. Fans and social-media users may see more highlight-driven discussion, and broadcasters could lean into the novelty. The impact likely remains modest, but it may subtly shift how the position is appreciated.