NEW YORK -- Defenseman Dan Girardi contributed in his return to the New York Rangers lineup by scoring the game-winning goal in a 3-2 victory against the Arizona Coyotes at Madison Square Garden on Sunday.
Girardi, who missed the previous three games with a groin injury, scored his first of the season on a one-timer from the right point at 1:55 of the third period. Goalie Henrik Lundqvist made 27 saves to lift the Rangers (4-2-0) to their second win in as many nights.
Lundqvist also made 26 saves in a 4-2 win against the Washington Capitals at Verizon Center on Saturday.
Rangers hold on for victory against Coyotes
Defenseman Dan Girardi scores game-winner in return to lineup
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