Sun Feb 23 20:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Rangers Look to Bounce Back Against Penguins After Crushing Defeat

**NEW YORK, NY** – The New York Rangers will face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins this afternoon at 3:30 PM EST, hoping to rebound from a devastating 8-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres. Goaltender Igor Shesterkin is expected to start for the Rangers, who currently sit with a 27-25-4 record.

The Penguins enter the game following their own heavy defeat, an 8-3 loss to the Washington Capitals. The Rangers will be looking for a strong performance from their forward lines, which tonight will include the trio of Artemi Panarin, J.T. Miller, and Reilly Smith; as well as lines featuring Vincent Trocheck and Alexis Lafrenière. The defensive pairing of Urho Vaakanainen and Braden Schneider will also be key in limiting the Penguins’ offensive opportunities. A win is crucial for the Rangers as they continue their push for a playoff spot.

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