The New York Rangers came out flying and built an early cushion, leaning on quick puck movement and timely finishing to control the first half of the game. With crisp breakouts and strong back pressure, they limited Boston’s looks through the middle and forced most attempts to the outside.

Boston pushed back in the second period, generating longer offensive-zone shifts and getting pucks through traffic. The Rangers answered with structured defending and a few key stops at crucial moments, keeping the game from swinging fully in the Bruins’ favor.

In the third, the pace tightened. New York managed the clock well, won important battles along the boards, and closed out the final minutes with composure. It wasn’t perfect, but it was the kind of disciplined win that travels—simple plays, smart changes, and a finish that never looked panicked.