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For starters, Biron lets down Rangers in loss

Quick ReadDespite a desperate third-period rally, the Rangers fell 6-4 to Atlanta.

New York Rangers goaltender Martin Biron (43) looks

Photo credit: Christopher Pasatieri | New York Rangers goaltender Martin Biron (43) looks back after allowing the second goal of the game to Atlanta Thrashers left wing Evander Kane (not pictured) during the second period at Madison Square Garden. (Oct. 27, 2010)

Henrik Lundqvist had started every game at the Garden since Oct. 22 of last year and had recorded back-to-back wins in Toronto and against the Devils. But coach John Tortorella decided to rest Lundqvist last night and give backup Martin Biron, acquired as a free agent this summer, the opportunity to beat the Thrashers in his second game as a Ranger.

"Our plan with him [Biron] is trying to...

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