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Rangers Boosted by Shesterkin and Fox's Return, Slim Playoff Hopes Remain

2/19/2026

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The Rangers were hampered by injuries to Igor Shesterkin (goaltender) and Adam Fox (defenseman), contributing to a 2-11 skid in the final 13 games before the Olympic break.
They finished 22-29-6 and sat last in the Eastern Conference.
Shesterkin and Fox returned to practice, boosting team morale as the Rangers prepare for the final 25 games.
Rangers forward Jonny Brodzinski said their return is exciting, though playoff hopes remain slim.

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The Rangers were hampered by injuries to Igor Shesterkin (goaltender) and Adam Fox (defenseman), contributing to a 2-11 skid in the final 13 games before the Olympic break.
They finished 22-29-6 and sat last in the Eastern Conference.
Shesterkin and Fox returned to practice, boosting team morale as the Rangers prepare for the final 25 games.
Rangers forward Jonny Brodzinski said their return is exciting, though playoff hopes remain slim.