New York Rangers Struggle Continues Under Laviolette

The New York Rangers are enduring a disastrous season, having plummeted to last place in the Metropolitan Division after a promising start, going 4-14-0 in their last 18 games. NHL insider Larry Brooks has asserted that the team has essentially quit on head coach Peter Laviolette, suggesting that this could lead to his dismissal soon. Despite roster changes, including trading key players Jacob Trouba and Kaapo Kakko, the team's performance has not improved, with an alarming scoring rate of just 1.44 goals per game over the past nine matches. The pressure is mounting on general manager Chris Drury to shake up the roster further, especially following a recent 6-2 loss to Tampa Bay. Ownership and management appear reluctant to fire another coach so soon after parting ways with Gerard Gallant, but the team's current trajectory raises doubts about Laviolette's future. As the Rangers prepare to face the defending champion Florida Panthers, the situation remains critical for both the players and coaching staff.