NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks Hold Firm Despite Win Streak
By Gail Kauchak

No. 6: New York Rangers
Previous: No. 6
Record: 42-22-2 (86 points)
The Rangers have 86 points, yet they’re still in a wild card slot. That’ll happen when you’re a member of the stacked Metropolitan Division, which also includes Pittsburgh, Columbus and Washington. After Saturday’s defeat to the Canadiens, it was the Rangers’ third loss in the last four games. But they managed a shutout and a win against Tampa Bay on Monday. Goalie Henrik Lundqvist is calling for the Rangers to play with more desperation in their game. They sit only two points behind Columbus and Pittsburgh in the Metropolitan Division.