The New York Rangers faced a surprising defeat at home against the Utah Hockey Club, losing 6-5 in their season opener at Madison Square Garden.
After a strong start with a previous win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Rangers struggled against Utah's speed and offensive pressure, falling behind early.
Despite Artemi Panarin's strong performance, including two goals, the Rangers couldn't overcome the Hockey Club's relentless attack, leading to an overtime loss.