Well...
It only took four games for me to flip out. What we have witnessed in the past two games, and to a degree, opening night in Phoenix, is a disgrace not only to the franchise, but to the sport of hockey.
As I type this, the Rangers trail the Anaheim Ducks, 5-0, less than halfway through the second period. They got embarrassed by the San Jose Sharks, 9-2, and lost to Phoenix, 4-1. Their win against the LA Kings looks like an absolute miracle.
Right now, the Rangers look like the worst team in the NHL. They can't score, they can't defend, and they are not showing any grit or heart. At what point does the excuse become "this team simply sucks?" It can't be "they are learning a new system, they need time." Not when sickening embarrassments like this are happening.
Look, I am not calling for Alain Vigneault's head after only four games. It's silly and ridiculous. That said, I was an ardent John Tortorella supporter, and his hard-nosed style made this team better.
But for this team to not battle and play brain-dead hockey, regardless of the system or coach, is unacceptable. Not only is the coach to blame, but every single player. Ryan McDonagh looks lost and/or indifferent. Ditto Derick Brassard. There is no physicality among any of the big boys. Other than Brad Richards, THEY AREN'T SCORING!
Now it is 6-0. Disgrace doesn't begin to cover it.
The only silver lining is that this Game 4 of the season, and there is still a long way to go. But things MUST CHANGE QUICKLY, otherwise this season will spiral out of control. This passionate fanbase deserves better.
Show some leadership, show some grit, and most importantly, show some pride, Rangers.
Otherwise, you don't want to face the wrath of the Garden Faithful.
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