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Staple: Devils have become what Rangers once were

Quick ReadThe Rangers continued to build last night. The Devils continued to look like a dismantled empire.

New York Rangers right wing Ryan Callahan (24)

Photo credit: Newsday / Christopher Pasatieri | New York Rangers right wing Ryan Callahan (24) scores a second period power play goal against New Jersey Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur (30) at Madison Square Garden. (Oct. 24, 2010)

The Rangers continued to build last night. The Devils continued to look like a dismantled empire, a shell of what Lou Lamoriello once built.

With a third straight win on the strength of tight five-man play and good goaltending, John Tortorella's team is jelling in the best possible way: The Rangers didn't sacrifice system for talent this past offseason, didn't reach for the stars and shake...

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