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Rangers' Sullivan supports rookie after loss to Capitals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 4:18 AM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Rangers' Sullivan supports rookie after loss to Capitals

Summary

The New York Rangers faced the Washington Capitals on October 9, 2026, losing 3-1 without star goaltender Igor Shesterkin, who is sidelined with an injury. The game-winning goal for the Capitals came after a turnover by rookie Cole Beaudoin. Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan defended Beaudoin, highlighting the challenges of adjusting to the NHL. Sullivan emphasized the importance of moving past mistakes for young players. Beaudoin, who was acquired in a trade this summer, has yet to tally a point in his first two games with the Rangers.

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Status Watch

•Rangers lost 3-1 to Capitals on October 9, 2026.
•Igor Shesterkin is out with an injury.
•Cole Beaudoin committed a costly turnover leading to the Capitals' game-winning goal.
•Mike Sullivan defended Beaudoin, stressing the need to learn from mistakes.
•Beaudoin has not recorded a point in two games this season.

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4:18 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers’ Mike Sullivan defends rookie after costly mistake vs. Capitals

What they're saying

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The New York Rangers are waiting for an update on Igor Shesterkin after his injury against the Washington Capitals. For now, there is no update. And the Rangers had to continue playing without their star goaltender on Friday night. Unfortunately, they were unable to pick up the win. The Capitals won the game by the score of 3-1. Washington’s […] The post Rangers’ Mike Sullivan defends rookie after costly mistake vs. Capitals appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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