Mark Messier Suggests Adding Matt Rempe to New York Rangers' Lineup for Game 2

Rangers icon Mark Messier expressed his concerns over the team's cautious gameplay, emphasizing the need for a more aggressive approach following their loss to the Panthers. The 3-0 defeat in Game 1 underscored the necessity of reintroducing Matt Rempe to the lineup for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Final. Messier's insights during the intermission shed light on the importance of Rempe's physical presence in the game, igniting the team's emotions and energizing both the crowd and his fellow players. The Rangers, who had not played since their previous victory over the Hurricanes, struggled to find their rhythm against the Panthers, resulting in a disappointing performance with minimal shots on goal and a critical own-goal. The team acknowledged the need to elevate their game and deliver a stronger performance moving forward, aiming to avoid a repeat of their shutout defeat at home, which occurred in the 2016 playoffs against the Penguins.