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The New York Rangers continued their outstanding play with their
fourth consecutive victory by defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-1 Friday
night. The Rangers extended their league
leading point total to 56 and expanded their domination within the Atlantic
division to an impressive 8-1 this season.
Henrik Lundqvist was outstanding all night stopping 37 of 38 shots fired
his way. The Penguins spent much of the
night firing for Lundqvist glove hand, but the Rangers goaltender proved once
again that the glove is no longer a weakness for him. The win improved Lundqvist to 18-7-4 on the season, including six straight wins. With the team success this season Lundqvist is in position to finally be recognized as the best goaltender in the league this year.
Once again the Rangers were not great for 60 minutes, but
they have found the formula to continuing winning games. The collective effort and willingness of
everyon...
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January 06, 2012
