After five seasons in the Big Apple, Igor Shesterkin should be used to hearing the New York Rangers faithful chant his name. But the talented goaltender continues to be moved by the show of support, especially when it's during a high-stakes playoff game against a divisional rival.
"It's an unbelievable feeling every time," he said Tuesday after New York's 4-3 double-overtime victory over the Carolina Hurricanes, per Rangers on MSG. "Every time. I was almost crying."
Shesterkin was regaled by "Igor" chants throughout his 54-save effort that helped New York claim a 2-0 series lead. He prevented 2.43 goals above expected at all strengths, according to Natural Stat Trick.