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Shesterkin, Markstrom have rare goalie fight at Madison Square Garden

Published April 1, 2026 · Updated April 1, 2026 · Sportsnet

Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin and New Jersey Devils counterpart Jacob Markstrom engaged in a rare goaltender-versus-goaltender fight midway through the third period of Tuesday night's game.

Markstrom left his crease and skated the length of the ice to confront Shesterkin, drawing a roar from the Madison Square Garden crowd. Shesterkin ultimately pinned Markstrom to the ice, leading fans to chant "Igor, Igor" in support.

Both players received five minutes for fighting and two minutes for leaving their creases.

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Shesterkin, Markstrom have rare goalie fight at Madison Square Garden

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