Rangers Goaltender Igor Shesterkin Out for Season With Knee Injury
New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin will miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury sustained during a game in Washington.
Springfield Holyoke, MA, October 10, 2026 — The New York Rangers announced that their starting goaltender, Igor Shesterkin, will be sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a knee injury. The injury occurred during a game played in Washington, according to the team’s statement.
Shesterkin’s absence marks a significant blow to the Rangers as they navigate the crucial final stretch of their season. The team has not provided further details regarding the specific nature of the knee injury or the exact circumstances under which it occurred during the game in Washington.
The duration of Shesterkin’s recovery means he will not participate in any further games this season, including any potential playoff appearances for the Rangers. The team will now rely on its other goaltenders to fill the void left by his absence. Specific information about the timeline for his return to play beyond the current season was not immediately available.
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