Patrick Kane ties for second place in NHL's points list among US-born players

Patrick Kane assisted twice to move second on the NHL’s all-time points list among US-born players.

Kane has 1,232 points to his name and is 142 points behind Mike Modano, who sits at the top with 1,374 points. Both assists from Kane came in the second period as the New York Rangers smashed the Pittsburgh Penguins. The efforts from Kane helped his team win the game 6-0.

"Patrick Kane of the @NYRangers recorded two assists and tied Phil Housley for second place on the NHL’s all-time points list among U.S.-born players" - NHL PR

It was a brilliant win for New York fans, who will be delighted with how Patrick Kane has been playing since his arrival.

Patrick Kane is back to his best after moving to the New York Rangers

New York Rangers v Chicago Blackhawks.

Patrik Kane has played eight games for the Rangers and has seven goal contributions to his name. He has been in fine form lately and has contributed heavily to the team's form.

The New York Rangers are third in the Metropolitan Division with 90 points. They are eight points short of the top spot in the division standings and will look to win out and challenge for the division title.

The Rangers have scored 228 goals this season, with 68 coming from the duo of Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider. The defense has done its job by allowing 2.7 goals per game. Their goaltenders have been effective, especially Igor Shesterkin, who has made 1,342 saves at a save percentage of 0.912 this season. The defense is ready for the games to come.

The Rangers have a few tough tests lined up in the future. If they want to win the division title, they need to win every game from now on. They have won three games on the trot and will now prepare to take on the Nashville Predators on March 19.