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Bruins Crush Rangers 10-2, Zacha and Khusnutdinov Shine

1/12/2026

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Summary

Bruins Dominate Rangers

The Boston Bruins defeated the New York Rangers 10-2 on January 10, 2026.
Pavel Zacha and Marat Khusnutdinov of the Boston Bruins each recorded a hat trick.
David Pastrnak of the Boston Bruins tied a franchise record with six assists.
The Rangers, missing goaltender Igor Shesterkin and defenseman Adam Fox, allowed six unanswered goals.
Coach Mike Sullivan's team has lost six of the last seven games, raising playoff concerns.

Summary

Rangers Seek Reset

The New York Rangers fell 10-2 to the Boston Bruins, a season-low defeat.
The Rangers, without Igor Shesterkin (New York Rangers goaltender) and Adam Fox (New York Rangers defenseman), allowed six unanswered goals.
Coach Mike Sullivan (New York Rangers head coach) expressed disappointment and said the team must find solutions.
Vincent Trocheck (New York Rangers forward) calls for a total reset before facing the Seattle Kraken.

History

Historical Context

The Boston Bruins won the Stanley Cup in 1972, defeating the New York Rangers in six games. This victory marked the Bruins' second championship in three years and showcased their offensive strength, scoring a record 399 goals that season. The Rangers, making their first finals appearance since 1950, faced challenges that resonate today, as injuries continue to impact their playoff aspirations.

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Bruins Dominate Rangers

The Boston Bruins defeated the New York Rangers 10-2 on January 10, 2026.
Pavel Zacha and Marat Khusnutdinov of the Boston Bruins each recorded a hat trick.
David Pastrnak of the Boston Bruins tied a franchise record with six assists.
The Rangers, missing goaltender Igor Shesterkin and defenseman Adam Fox, allowed six unanswered goals.
Coach Mike Sullivan's team has lost six of the last seven games, raising playoff concerns.

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