New York Rangers Igor Shesterkin explains who keeps him up at night
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Ryan Hall
August 11, 2024 (2:13 PM)
In a recent interview with Russian media, New York Rangers starting goaltender Igor Shesterkin reveals which NHL stars are the toughest to play against.
Three names come to light in his conversation which starts with Sidney Crosby with the Penguins.
"Well, it comes to my mind, there are a lot of players who scored on me," he said. "So, it's hard to choose only three. I'm gonna start with (Sidney) Crosby because he can always make different moves that are very hard to anticipate.»
He goes on to say that New Jersey devils star Jack Hughes and Colorado Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon are two other players who give him issue and are the toughest to play against.
"Also, probably Hughes from New Jersey. And, probably MacKinnon because he's got a good shot,» Shesterkin added.
Shesterkin is entering the final year of his contract which holds a cap hit of $6 million AAV. Many pundits feel he will be seeking a large raise as he has already won a Vezina trophy any help backstop the Rangers to a 55-win season last year and help take the team to within Striking distance of the Stanley Cup finals.
Some pundits including Elliotte Friedman of the 32 thoughts podcast feel that he could be worth more than $10 million a year.
It remains to be seen on how general manager Chris Drury will handle this contract extension but one thing is certain, it is vital to get him under contract as he is the backbone of the Rangers.
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