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Shesterkin Out for 2026-27 Season

New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin suffered a season-ending injury during a game against the Capitals.

New York Editorial News Desk October 11, 2026 1 min read

The Brief

  • Shesterkin injured his right leg in the second period of a game against the Capitals.
  • He will miss the remainder of the 2026-27 season after being diagnosed with a season-ending injury.
  • Dylan Garand will take over as the starting goalie for the Rangers.

Igor Shesterkin, the New York Rangers' goaltender, suffered a season-ending injury during a game against the Washington Capitals on Friday night. The injury occurred when his right foot jammed into the right post, causing his ankle to bend awkwardly. Teammates had to assist him off the ice, as he was unable to put any weight on his right leg.

On Saturday, the Rangers confirmed that Shesterkin's season is over. He had been 3-1-0 in five starts this season, with a 1.79 goals-against average and a .927 save percentage. He had stopped 13 of 14 shots before the injury occurred in a 3-1 loss to the Capitals.

Shesterkin is in the second year of his eight-year, $92 million contract, which makes him the highest-paid goalie in NHL history. Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan expressed disappointment, noting that Shesterkin is a cornerstone of the organization and a fierce competitor.

The next man up for the Rangers is Dylan Garand, their third-string netminder. Garand has been called up from the AHL and has made 22 saves in five NHL games, with a 1.31 goals-against average and a .954 save percentage. Sullivan praised Garand as a fierce competitor and a valuable addition to the team.

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