This team is just plain stupid. To often (this year), opposing skaters are allowed to not only skate in front of the net, but all to often they are allowed to set up camp, without so much as a look from the Rangers. Good physical defenders take anybody skating in front of their goalie as an insult, and lower the boom. Not this team ... And once again, they are playing from behind in a game they need to win.
It's definately been a problem all year, and one they need to correct as much as possible going forward. The coaches need to harp on them to be aware.
It can be frustrating to watch the defensive lapses this team gives up but big picture they are top 5 in defense scoring, not much more you can ask for. Good response last night to a slow start. As Chuck said, beat the worst team in the NHL at home tomorrow and we are in great shape for the 2
