Rangers seek stronger start while Blues bring in 'top NHL coach'

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First periods are not going well for the New York Rangers, especially in their past two games in Western Canada.

The Rangers allowed a combined 41 shots on goal in the opening periods of the final two games of a four-game trip. They will attempt to produce an improved start and avoid their firstthree-game losing streak this season Monday night when they host the St. Louis Blues,