James Reimer’s Rangers Debut Lasts Just a Period as He Allows 3 Goals on 8 Shots
The 38-year-old allowed 3 goals on 9 shots before being pulled after one period, as New York sought relief for Dylan Garand.
- On Monday, October 26, 2026, 38-year-old goaltender James Reimer made his New York Rangers debut against the Los Angeles Kings, allowing three goals on nine shots in the first period.
- The Rangers signed Reimer to provide depth following a season-ending injury to franchise goalie Igor Shesterkin on October 9 and an injury to backup Joonas Korpisalo, aiming to support Dylan Garand.
- Coach Mike Sullivan noted the mental and physical demands on Garand after seven consecutive starts; Reimer earned a 35-save shutout for Hartford of the American Hockey League on Saturday.
- Dylan Garand replaced Reimer to start the second period after Reimer conceded goals on his first and second shots faced, underscoring the Rangers' ongoing goaltending instability.
- The Rangers do not play again until Sunday, allowing Garand a full week of recovery before facing the Edmonton Oilers, as the initial plan was to manage his heavy workload.
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James Reimer’s Rangers debut lasts just a period as he allows 3 goals on 8 shots
James Reimer had a very abbreviated debut with the New York Rangers, lasting just one period. The 38-year-old was pulled after giving up three goals on eight shots against Los Angeles. Dylan Garand replaced Reimer to make a ninth appearance in as many games. Making his 493rd career regular season NHL start dating to his debut with Toronto in 2010, Reimer allowed goals to Trevor Ward and Brandt Clarke on the first two Kings shots he faced. Drew D…
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The MessengerJames Reimer's Rangers debut lasts just a period as he allows 3 goals on 8 shots
James Reimer had a very abbreviated debut with the New York Rangers, lasting just one period. The 38-year-old was pulled after giving up three goals on eight shots against Los Angeles. Dylan Garand replaced Reimer to make a ninth appearance…
Why Rangers Pulled James Reimer in Goalie Debut for Dylan Garand
The New York Rangers turned to James Reimer in goal on Monday night. With Igor Shesterkin out for the season and Joonas Korpisalo still out with an injury, too, the Rangers have been looking for some kind of established presence to join Dylan Garand in their goalie rotation. For those who tuned in a bit late, then, there was likely some surprise to see Garand in goal in the second period and beyond. But that wasn’t a mistake — Reimer had started…
Winnipeg Free Press
James Reimer makes his Rangers debut as the team gives Dylan Garand a break
NEW YORK (AP) — James Reimer made his New York Rangers debut Monday night against the Los Angeles Kings, less than two weeks after the 38-year-old goaltender agreed to try out for their top minor league affiliate.
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