The Rangers struggled occurred for two reasons: they are the only team since 1989 to be forced to play 11 playoff games in just seven days and Marc-Andre Fleury played out of his mind against the tired Rangers for three games, certainly in their last two wins.

Now the rest gap is narrowed and they are further removed from the previous series. The Rangers edge in goal has shown up and Chris Kreider has been a huge addition since his return.