Rangers struggle defensively in 5-4 loss to Maple Leafs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 5:01 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
The New York Rangers suffered a 5-4 defeat against the Toronto Maple Leafs on October 22, losing crucial defensive structure. Easton Cowan scored early for the Maple Leafs, leading to a high-scoring contest marked by defensive lapses. Despite goals from Mika Zibanejad, Oliver Bjorkstrand, Tye Kartye, and Alexis Lafrenière, the Rangers allowed 35 shots and conceded the game-winning goal from Troy Stecher in the final minute. Coach Sullivan attributed the loss to uncharacteristic defensive play. The Rangers are set to face the Ottawa Senators on October 24.
- •Rangers lose 5-4 to Maple Leafs on October 22.
- •Rangers gave up 35 shots, a season high.
- •Troy Stecher scored the game-winning goal with 26.3 seconds left.
- •Next game is against the Ottawa Senators on October 24.
- •Dylan Garand made 30 saves in the loss.
- 5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers Deliver ‘Uncharacteristic’ Performance In Loss To Maple Leafs
"The New York Rangers suffered a 5-4 defeat at the hands of the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night, losing their identity in the process.
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