The Rangers’ kid line is turning heads again. During their series against the Lightning, the young trio exposed Tampa’s defense with smart play and relentless pressure. On one key sequence, the Lightning overcommitted to defend the left side of the ice, leaving Kaapo Kakko wide open. Adam Fox spotted the gap and made an easy pass to set up the goal. Tampa’s defenders scrambled to recover but ended up doing too much, misreading the play and failing to cover other threats. One defender tried a weak spin move that didn’t do much to stop the pass or interrupt the play. The Rangers took full advantage for a clean score.
The energy and chemistry of this line continue to frustrate opponents, especially when they make simple mistakes. The Lightning weren’t just beat physically, they got outthought on the ice. The Rangers’ young line doesn’t wait for chances. They recognize openings and finish. This goal wasn’t about flashy moves or risky plays. It was basic hockey—good spacing, smart vision, and capitalizing on defensive collapse. If Tampa doesn’t clean up its coverage, this group will keep cashing in.