Igor Shesterkin, the 30-year-old Rangers goalie, starred in the NHL's latest goalie fight, taking down Jacob Markström of the New Jersey Devils.

What happened?

The fight occurred during a 4-1 Rangers victory over the Devils, with Shesterkin making 22 saves and earning praise from the crowd.
Shesterkin's boxing coaches were proud of his performance, which included a flurry of right-handed punches and a successful lefty jab.
The Rangers goalie has been taking boxing lessons from Sergey Novikov, a professional boxer and coach based in Miami.

Why it matters for Igor Shesterkin

Shesterkin's boxing training has improved his conditioning and helped him develop new skills, which he showcased in the fight.
Novikov, who won a bronze medal at the 2013 European Amateur Boxing Championships, has been working with Shesterkin for several years.
The coach believes that boxing is beneficial for health, body, and mind, and has seen improvements in Shesterkin's overall fitness.

What comes next?

Shesterkin's success in the fight has sparked interest in his boxing training, with many wondering how it will impact his future performances.
The Rangers goalie will continue to work with Novikov, who has also trained other public figures, including popular streamer IShowSpeed.
As the NHL season progresses, Shesterkin's skills will be put to the test, and his boxing training may give him an edge over his opponents.
Shesterkin often spends his offseason in Miami, where he trains at the BOXR gym and works with Novikov and fellow coach Shota Tchigladze.
The 36-year-old Novikov has a 14-0 record in professional matches and has been coaching Shesterkin whenever Tchigladze is out of town.
Tchigladze, a native of Georgia and a fellow Russian speaker, has seen Shesterkin's progress and believes that he has a "killer inside him".
Shesterkin's performance in the fight has earned him praise from the crowd, with fans chanting "I-gor! I-gor!" after the game.
The Rangers' victory over the Devils was a much-needed win, and Shesterkin's skills were a key factor in the team's success.