The New Yorkers beat the Washington “Capitals” 3-1 (2-1, 1-0, 0-0) in the third game of the quarterfinals of the Eastern Conference, and reached 3-0 in the series to four victories.
In the “Rangers” unit, Vincent Trocek stood out with the most goals and the least assist. In equal formations, Chris Kreider scored a goal, while in the minority – Barkley Goodrow.
Igor Shestjorkin managed 27 shots in the President’s Cup winner’s goal, capitulating only after John Carlson’s shot.
The Edmonton “Oilers” won 2-1 in the quarter-finals of the Western Conference.
For the Edmontonians, Leon Draisaitl had two goals and an assist, and Zack Hyman had two accurate shots. Connor McDavid (1+2) and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (0+3) finished the game with three points.
McDavids is the first hockey player since 1987, who excelled with at least eight assists in the first three games.
Also, the Colorado Avalanche have won 2-1 in the West, winning 6-2 (1-0, 0-2, 5-0) over the Winnipeg “Jets” at home.
The Denverites scored five goals in the third period, with Nathan McKinnon and Valery Nichushkin scoring the majority.
Last season, the Vegas “Golden Knights” beat the Florida “Panthers” 4-1 in the final series.
