Igor Shesterkin leaves game in Rangers injury nightmare

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WASHINGTON, DC — The Rangers’ season unfolded before everyone’s eyes in one fell swoop.

Goaltender Igor Shesterkin fell flat to the ice after trying to return to the slot as the Rangers defended the Capitals’ power play during the second period Friday night at Capital One Arena.

The Russian star goalkeeper, who has been electric early in the season, banged his right leg against the post as he returned to the crease to defend the play in front of him.

His leg appeared to bend awkwardly during the sequence.


New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin is helped off the ice by his teammates and a coach.
New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin, third from right, is helped to the bench after being injured during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, in Washington. AP Photo/Nick Wass

Igor Shesterkin, who wears number 31, is helped off the ice by team staff and teammates.
New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin (31) leaves an NHL hockey game after being injured during the second period against the Washington Capitals, Friday, October 9, 2026, in Washington. AP Photo/Nick Wass

Without putting weight on his right leg, Shesterkin had to be helped off the ice.

The Rangers were tied 1-1 with the Capitals at the time of the incident.

Rookie Dylan Garand replaced Shesterkin in goal.


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