The Rangers quickly claimed him off waivers, giving Kaliyev a second chance and a much-needed fresh start. In his first game, the right winger recorded 8:31 minutes while playing on a line with Jonny Brodzinski and Brett Berard.

And it continued before Thursday night’s resumption of hostilities at the Garden against the Devils, as Peter Laviolette reconstructed his lineup once again.

If Kaliyev can revive his NHL trajectory with the Rangers, his shot will likely sit at the center of the resurgence.