NEW YORK -- Mika Zibanejad had a goal and two assists, and Igor Shesterkin made 31 saves to lift the New York Rangers to a 4-1 win against the Detroit Red Wings at Madison Square Garden on Monday.

The importance of defensive-zone face-offs was apparent in the New York Rangers’ 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings Monday at Madison Square Garden. The Rangers took the lead and added to it by scoring goals following face-off wins. Chris Kreider snapped a tie in the second period with a power-play goal and Igor Shesterkin made 31 saves.