Panarin, Rangers stay sharp with 7-3 win over Fleury, Wild
Associated PressST. PAUL, Minn. — The New York Rangers had their offense clicking like they’ve been playing for months. Artemi Panarin had a goal and three assists and Chris Kreider scored twice for the Rangers in a 7-3 victory on Thursday night that spoiled the Wild’s season opener. “I think they’re a bit rusty,” said Rangers coach Gerard Gallant, whose team opened by beating Tampa Bay 3-1 on Tuesday. “It’s nothing you look on too much.” Igor Shesterkin was as sharp as ever in the net, robbing the Wild more than once while they outshot the Rangers 12-2 in the early going. “There were some tough ones, obviously, but to me, I still feel like I should have made more saves and give my team a chance.” Mats Zuccarello had a power play goal for the Wild, who lost in their first game of the season at Xcel Energy Center for just the second time in the franchise’s 22 years.