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Vladislav Gavrikov finding a ‘different dimension’ to his game on pair with Adam Fox
- Gavrikov has found a new dimension to his game and is thriving alongside Fox, per head coach Mike Sullivan.
- The Gavrikov-Fox pairing is trusted for defense first, yet they contribute offensively when needed.
- Their five-on-five minutes rank among the team’s top defensive pairs with a high expected-goals percentage.
- Gavrikov and Fox have one of the NHL’s lowest expected goals against in their time together this season.
- Sullivan notes Gavrikov defends well and can elevate the team’s offense when needed.
- Coach Sullivan highlights Gavrikov’s elite defending as a core of his game.
- The partnership has shown chemistry despite Fox missing 27 games this season.
- The duo remains a bright spot amid the Rangers’ defensive workload this season.
- Gavrikov’s 14 goals and 18 assists mark a personal points pace for the season.
- Rangers aim to leverage this defensive pair to build wins and stabilize their lineup.
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