Rangers Reach Eastern Conference Final Following Kreider's Three-Goal Performance in Game 6 Victory Against Hurricanes

Thursday, May 16th, 2024

In Raleigh, North Carolina, a stellar performance by Chris Kreider, who netted three goals in the last period, propelled the New York Rangers to a 5-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes during the sixth game of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Kreider played a pivotal role in overturning a 3-1 deficit against the Hurricanes in the third period by leveraging assists from Ryan Lindgren and Artemi Panarin, bringing the score to a 4-3 lead in favor of the Rangers.

The final touch to the Ranger's victory was added by Barclay Goodrow who scored on an empty net, ensuring the Rangers' advancement to the Eastern Conference Final against the victor of the Boston-Florida contest.

While Vincent Trocheck contributed to the Rangers' scoreline, Carolina's efforts were highlighted by goals from Martin Necas, Seth Jarvis, and Sebastian Aho. Goalie performance was crucial, with Igor Shesterkin saving 33 shots for the Rangers and Frederik Andersen making 19 saves for the Hurricanes.

Multiple missed opportunities haunted the Hurricanes, notably a pivotal 1-on-1 attempt by Aho in the third period, which could have changed the game's outcome. Instead, the Rangers mounted a formidable comeback, stringing together four consecutive goals in the third period.

With their victory, the Rangers have led the series with three one-goal wins. They are scheduled to host the seventh game on Monday night.

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