Igor Shesterkin played a pivotal role in the New York Rangers’ 4-2 victory over the Utah Mammoth on Monday night at Madison Square Garden. The goaltender made 28 saves and contributed offensively with an assist on Eeli Tolvanen’s empty-net goal late in the third period.

This assist marked Shesterkin’s fourth career helper and came just three nights after he made history as the first Rangers goalie to score a goal. Shesterkin’s involvement began with a long pass to Will Cuylle, who helped set up Tolvanen’s goal, extending the forward’s streak to three consecutive games with a score. Gabe Perreault put the Rangers ahead 3-2 with an early third-period goal, and J.T. Miller added an insurance goal with just over seven minutes remaining. The win secured New York’s third straight victory after an opening-night loss, highlighting a strong start for the team with several roster changes this season.

Elsewhere on Monday, the Winnipeg Jets secured a 3-2 road win against the Detroit Red Wings. Kyle Connor was a key factor in the Jets’ power play, scoring twice and assisting on their third power-play goal. Cole Perfetti contributed a goal and two assists, while defenseman Josh Morrissey added two assists. Goalie Stuart Skinner made 33 saves to record his first victory of the season. The Jets capitalized on their special teams’ effectiveness to edge out the Red Wings in a tightly contested matchup.