Anisimov (sore neck) and Del Zotto (hip flexor) both expected to play tomorrow.
Anisimov sat out today's practice after yesterday's blindside hit. He has yet to miss an NHL game due to injury and is expected to play tomorrow.
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Artem Anisimov News
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Christensen-Anisimov-Rupp/Newbury
With only two assists through his first seven games, Anisimov is demoted to the fourth line.
Artem Anisimov skating for first time. His knee MRI was negative
The Rangers will play it safe with their young center, who has yet to miss an NHL game since getting called up. After improving his production from 28 points to 44, the 23-year-old could be prime for a breakout campaign.
Rangers say MRI on Anisimov's knee was negative. No word on whether Anisimov will be able to skate tomorrow.
Stay tuned as we continue to monitor the situation. If Anisimov misses any time, the team would likely keep Derek Stepan at center, taking over on the second line.
Torts reports that Anisimov is heading for MRI on knee
The third-year forward has yet to miss an NHL game since breaking camp two seasons ago. Stay tuned for further news on this breaking story.
Make that two down, three to go as Artem Anisimov has agreed to a new two-year deal with the Rangers, his agent told The Record this morning.
Looks like #NYR lines are Prospal-Christensen-Gaborik, Dubinsky-Stepan-Fedotenko, Wolski-Boyle-Prust, Avery/Zuccarello-Anisimov-Drury
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