In a disappointing performance, New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin was pulled from the game against the Buffalo Sabres after conceding five goals on just 12 shots. The Sabres capitalized on the Rangers' defensive lapses, scoring four goals in a chaotic second period, leading to a 6-1 defeat for New York.

Rangers captain Jacob Trouba acknowledged the team's need to improve, emphasizing that Shesterkin has been crucial to their success this season. The goalie, a Vezina Trophy winner, is in the final year of his contract and has aspirations of becoming the highest-paid goaltender in NHL history.