New York Rangers vs. Winnipeg Jets: Lineups, Storylines as Blueshirts Aim to End Latest Slump The New York Rangers face a critical test as they attempt to break a four-game losing streak when they host the Winnipeg Jets at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. The game, scheduled for noon ET, marks the start of a back-to-back set at the arena, with the Ottawa Senators set to follow on Monday night. The Blueshirts are looking to rebound from a recent slump, having lost three of four games in a span of four days, including back-to-back 6-3 defeats to the New Jersey Devils and Columbus Blue Jackets. The Rangers’ recent struggles contrast sharply with their earlier success, as they had gone 4-for-4 in their previous four games, including a 6-2 win over Winnipeg on March 12. However, the team’s momentum has since reversed, with the three losses coming by a combined score of 16-7. The most significant development in the past two days came when the Rangers recalled top goalie prospect Dylan Garand from the AHL’s Hartford Wolfpack. Garand joined Igor Shesterkin and Jonathan Quick in practice on Saturday, though Quick left early due to an upper-body injury and is day to day. Coach Mike Sullivan hinted that Garand could make his NHL debut this week, emphasizing the goalie’s strong performance in the AHL. Garand, 23, has posted a .921 save percentage in his last 10 starts for Hartford, where he was selected for the AHL All-Star Classic in 2024-25. His recent form has been particularly impressive, as he led the Wolfpack to back-to-back road wins in Charlotte, allowing just four goals on 54 shots. Sullivan praised Garand’s consistency, stating, “He’s given those guys a chance to win, night in and night out, and he’s deserving.#new_york_rangers #madison_square_garden #winnipeg_jets #dylan_garand #mike_sullivan
