Tonight the Calgary Flames (13-15-4) make a rare trip to MSG. The two teams haven’t played against each other since October 2011 and haven’t squared off at MSG in 3+ years. There isn’t much history between these two teams, so tonight’s game could be a dud. Hopefully it won’t be, as both teams are sub .500 and searching for some sort of identity.
Bob Hartley has the Flames running a 1-2-2 forecheck that can be used aggressively or conservatively depending on the game situation (time left in period, score, puck location, etc.). In the DZ, Calgary uses a low zone collapse, taking out shooting lanes and keeping things in tight. On special teams, they run a 1-3-1 and a diamond penalty kill.
On a separate note, I’m going to be doing a Q&A/mail bag post tomorrow. Drop me some questions in the comments section or shoot me an email.
Rangers Lineup (unconfirmed):
Chris Kreider-Derek Stepan-Rick Nash
Derick Brassard-Brad Richards-Mats Zuccarello
Carl Hagelin-Brian Boyle-Taylor Pyatt
Benoit Pouliot-Dominic Moore-Derek Dorsett
Ryan McDonagh-Anton Stralman
Michael Del Zotto-Dan Girardi
John Moore-Dylan McIlrath
Henrik Lundqvist gets the start.
Scratches: Marc Staal (concussion), Derick Brassard (backside?), Justin Falk (healthy)
Game time is 7pm tonight. Don’t forget to check out our Rangers Tickets link for deals to attend games.
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