Rangers struggle with disjointed play in loss to Devils
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 2:40 AM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026

The New York Rangers suffered a 7-1 defeat to the New Jersey Devils on October 15. Captain J.T. Miller acknowledged the team's lack of connection throughout the game, taking responsibility for a critical error that led to the Devils' opening goal. With rookie goalie Dylan Garand pulled after conceding four goals, head coach Mike Sullivan expressed confidence in his netminder's ability to recover. The Rangers aim to bounce back in their next game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night.
- •Rangers lose 7-1 to Devils on October 15.
- •J.T. Miller admits to poor team performance.
- •Dylan Garand allowed four goals before being pulled.
- •Mike Sullivan supports Garand, anticipates a bounce-back.
- •Next game against Blue Jackets is on Saturday.
- 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers lament 'disconnected' play in dismal loss to Devils: 'Not proud of that performance'
"New York Rangers captain J.T. Miller, forward Mika Zibanejad, and head coach Mike Sullivan all spoke to the media following the team's 7-1 loss to the New Jersey Devils.
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