NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Rangers own a two-games-to-none lead in the NHL’s Eastern Conference finals.
Adam Fox set up the go-ahead and game-winning goals in a 3-2 decision over the Lightning.
Kaapo Kakko broke a 1-1 tie late in the first period and Mika Zibanejad made it 3-1 81 seconds into the third.
K’Andre Miller also scored and Chris Kreider had two assists for the Blueshirts. Igor Shesterkin turned back 29 shots.
Nikita Kucherov had a goal and an assist for the Lightning, who will host Game 3 on Sunday. Nick Paul also scored for Tampa Bay.
Bruins D McAvoy will miss start of season
UNDATED (AP) — Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy had arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder and is expected to need six months to recover. The procedure could keep him out of the lineup until December.
The Bruins also said Matt Grzelcyk had a right shoulder open stabilization procedure and will need about five months to recover.
Also in the NHL:
— Canadiens goaltender Carey Price has won the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the player who “best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey.” The 34-year-old had undergone knee surgery in July 2021 following the team’s run to the Stanley Cup Final. He wasn’t able to play again until April 15.
