<
September 16, 2024

The Rangers’ standout player fully embraces the excitement with fans during an unforgettable celebration after an epic double-overtime victory.

The New York Rangers faced a tough Game 2 clash against the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday, a matchup in the demanding Eastern Conference Second Round that stretched into double overtime to determine a victor. As Vincent Trocheck, who described feeling “numb” from exhaustion after the initial overtime period, erupted in exuberant celebration, it was a sight to behold.

At the 7:24 mark of the second overtime, the 30-year-old center put home a loose puck for a power-play goal and a 4-3 Rangers’ win. Upon scoring, Trocheck was initially grabbed by Mika Zibanejad, but his excitement could not be contained as he broke away to skate up the boards.

Of course, what happened during the celebration was sheer ecstasy.

Vincent Trocheck celebrates with Rangers fans

NHL: Stanley Cup Playoffs-Carolina Hurricanes at New York Rangers
Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

It was a herculean effort by Trocheck, who finished the contest with 35:21 of ice time, the most of any skater. So it’s hard to blame him for what happened during the celebration as video captured him going full ham with the fans in the stands.

A great clip posted by the NHL’s social media account shows Trocheck screaming, “Let’s Go!” and banging his fist on the glass. An incredible moment that will be long remembered even after everyone’s heart rates finally came down enough to eventually fall asleep for the night.

“On the goal, I couldn’t tell you what happened,” Trocheck struggled to recall afterwards. “It went in… I’ll watch it and let you know tomorrow.”

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *