The Pittsburgh Penguins were dealt another little blow Thursday. As if recent soul-crushing losses to the Washington Capitals, New York Rangers, and Philadelphia Flyers weren’t enough, the team got some surprising news on the injury front,

The Washington Capitals host the Detroit Red Wings after the Capitals took down the New York Rangers 3-2 in overtime.

Ryan Lindgren was a staple of the New York Rangers’ top defensive pair last year. They went on to win the President’s Trophy and got two wins away from the Stanley Cup Final. But things didn’t quite go as well for the 27-year-old this season.

The New York Rangers close out their four-game homestand with a Metro division matchup against the Washington Capitals (7:30 PM ET - TV: MSG/TNT - Radio: ESPN 880 AM). The Blueshirts will wear their third jerseys in the game.

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The Rangers were unable to take advantage of four power plays but snagged a point in an overtime loss to Washington.

The Washington Capitals came away with a 3-2 overtime victory over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, and for goaltender Charlie Lindgren, there was some extra motivation due to the recent trade of his brother,

Washington Capitals goalie Charlie Lindgren said he was motivated to beat the New York Rangers due to them trading his brother, Ryan.

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