The New York Rangers secured their 12th road victory of the season, beating the Ottawa Senators 4-2 on Thursday night. Artemi Panarin reached a milestone of 900 NHL points by contributing a goal and an assist during the game. The Rangers have won five of their last six matches, bringing their overall record to 15 wins, 12 losses, and 2 ties, with an impressive 12-4-1 away record.
Panarin, who has played in 781 regular-season games, now boasts 311 goals and 589 assists. Other Rangers scorers included Mika Zibanejad, Will Borgen, and Vladislav Gavrikov, with Igor Shesterkin making 25 saves. JT Miller added three assists to the team’s effort.
For the Senators, Drake Batherson had a goal and an assist, while Dylan Cozens also scored. Goalie Levi Melilainen made 24 saves. Ottawa’s record stands at 13-10-4, having lost three of their last four games.
Next up, the Rangers will host Colorado on Saturday, and the Senators will take on St. Louis the same night.
Fan Take: This milestone by Panarin highlights his elite playmaking ability and is a testament to his consistent performance in the NHL. For hockey fans, this game underscores the Rangers’ growing momentum and the fierce competition in the league, promising an exciting season ahead.
