Video Of Day: Rangers and Capitals shake hands


Our second Video Of Day features the best tradition in sports. Hockey has it after every playoff series. The traditional handshake between opponents is something to behold. In a series as closely fought as the one between the Rangers and Capitals with only Derek Stepan’s dramatic overtime winner separating the teams, it was fun to watch the players from both sides show mutual respect.

Alex Ovechkin was in a hurry to shake hands with most Rangers until he got to Ryan McDonagh, Dan Girardi and of course Henrik Lundqvist. Lundqvist and Braden Holtby shared a moment probably chuckling about the series they each had. One for the ages. Ultimately, Hank was one goal better in a great second round.

It’s onto Round 3 and Tampa Bay starting Saturday.

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About Derek

Derek is a creative writer who enjoys taking photographs, working on poetry, and covering hockey. A free spirit who loves the outdoors, a diverse selection of music, and writing, he's a former St. John's University alumni with a degree in Sports Management. Derek covers the Rangers for Battle of Hudson and is a contributor to The Hockey Writers. His appreciation of art and nature are his true passions.
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