About as easy a win as the Rangers could have had.....
This gets underrated. Especially at this time of year. Having easy games, makes time on ice management possible.
Managing time on ice entering the playoffs is huge. Keeping our stars fresh for the brutal playoff run will pay big dividends.
Zibad hasn't played more than 18 minutes in 8 of his last 10 games. He averages over 20 minutes for the year.
Panarin's last 20 minute performance was 10 games ago. Since then he had only 3 games just above 18 minutes. He too averages close to 20 minutes per game for the season.
Kreider has averaged 18:35 TOI for the season. In his last 10 games, only twice has he played more than 16 minutes.
The only one still putting in the time is Fox. Although he did get a break during the two shutout wins. He averages better than 24 minutes for the year. He will probably get a maintenance day sometime after we beat the Debbies.
Turk has been managing ice time like a real pro. Something you never saw Torts do.