The New York Rangers are facing a significant setback as they approach the critical 60-game mark in the season. Star defenseman Adam Fox has been placed on Injured Reserve following an upper-body injury sustained during a recent game against the New York Islanders. This marks a bitter blow for the Rangers, who were relying heavily on Fox's stellar performance, which had seen him contribute five goals and 43 assists, making him one of the highest-scoring defensemen in the NHL.

Fox’s absence is compounded by the injury to K'Andre Miller, another key defenseman, which leaves the Rangers in a precarious position as they struggle to secure a playoff spot. Despite the grim news, NHL insiders suggest that Fox's injury is not season-ending, though a precise timeline for his return remains uncertain. The pressure is now on the remaining Rangers' players to step up, as they must navigate a challenging path to the playoffs without their top defenders.