In Mike Sullivan’s absence, Rangers goalie Jonathan Quick ignited a bench-clearing brawl with Red Wings forward Mason Appleton

A bench-clearing brawl erupted after the Red Wings scored an empty-netter against the Rangers. Goalie Jonathan Quick, frustrated by a loss and a snapped winning streak, charged an opponent. Fans criticized the Rangers’ home performance, with one commenter noting Quick was the only Ranger showing passion. The team’s home record remains poor.