Goal Scoring
The New York Rangers head into the Christmas break tied for the second wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with 42 points, fresh off a 7-3 victory over the Washington Capitals. Amid injuries and inconsistent performance, the team hopes for fewer injuries, better goal scoring, and improved home results to bolster their playoff push. With the most games played in the NHL at 39, the Rangers face a condensed schedule due to the upcoming Olympic break.
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Morgan Geekie has transformed from a waiver wire pickup into the NHL's top goal scorer, tying Nathan MacKinnon with 20 goals through 27 games in the 2025-26 season. The Boston Bruins forward's rapid rise includes 33 goals in the previous season and a new six-year contract. His success stems from a strong work ethic and a powerful wrist shot developed in his youth.