Peter Laviolette recent lineup choices are a clear message to all players that they have to earn their playing time.

The New York Rangers entered play Saturday on a five-game losing streak. New York had suffered some brutal losses after a rather promising start to the year. And legitimate concerns about the Rangers formed during the skid.

Peter Laviolette and the New York Rangers were off to a strong start this season with a 12-4-1 record. However, after losing five straight games, their record has as regressed to 12-9-1.