The New York Rangers have gotten off to a hot start in the 2026-27 season and goalie Igor Shesterkin is a big reason why. But now the Rangers are holding their breath after their star goaltender appeared to suffer a serious leg injury during Friday night's game against the Washington Capitals.
Shesterkin was injured during the second period while scrambling back into his net, his skate appearing to catch on the goalpost. His leg bent awkwardly. He immediately pounded the ice in apparent pain and continued to lay on the ice as he was attended to by trainers.
He needed considerable help from teammates and staff to get back to the bench and down the tunnel, appearing
to put almost no weight on his right leg.
Igor Shesterkin went down with a leg injury and had to be carried off the ice without putting weight on his right leg
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Dylan Garand replaced Shesterkin, who had stopped 13 of the 14 shots he'd faced.
The Rangers have not yet provided an update on Shesterkin's status.
This story will be updated when more information is made available.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Igor Shesterkin injury update: Rangers star goalie needs help off ice after hurting leg
