Is Chris Kreider The Answer For The Rangers?

 

Is Chris Kreider the answer for the Rangers in this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs? With Marian Gaborik absolutely nowhere to be found the Rangers have been relying on Lundqvist to stand on his head and defensemen to score goals. That's not the way you're going to win a Stanley Cup. But what has happened in their last three games that has been a rejuvenation of hope for fans is the newly 21 year old phenom Chris Kreider is making a name for himself right now. The kid that was playing and winning championships for Boston College three weeks ago is now scoring big goals in the NHL Playoffs for the number one seed in the east. Not only that, but if you've been watching, Kreider has undoubtedly been the best player on the ice the last two games. Game 7 against Ottawa he was hands down the best player on the ice and in Game 1 against Washington on Saturday it was the same thing. Maybe he's too young to realize the stage that he's playing on, or maybe he just shows up and thrives on the big games. But there's one thing for sure, he's given this team a shot of life and a new confidence to the fan base. I know I said they were done last week, but with this kid added into the mix it's given me a glimmer of hope. And he's yet to play his best hockey. 

Sidenote: My offer will stand for tonight, if Gaborik scores, all my twitter, facebook and instagram followers get free t-shirts of their choice.

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