Emotional New York Rangers fans need to view this season from a more analytical lens Feb 20, 2021; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafrenire (13) congratulates Rangers center Ryan Strome (16) after a goal against the Washington Capitals in the second period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports This has been a trying season for much of the league. Many teams such as the Dallas Stars, New Jersey Devils, and Buffalo Sabres to name a few, have had to endure weeks long stoppages of play in this COVID-19 short season. Other teams have had a better run of it. Most have been able to play fairly continuously with the absence of players here and there as they enter the COVID Protocol List.