Almost as important as a win, or as desirable as beating the Rangers, would be to see both G and Jake score at even strength. Frankly...the lack of even strength scoring across the board has been a bit scary even when the team is winning.
Listening to what Mason said after the Leafs game he more than likely should not have dressed let alone play. Whatever Emery's "lower body" injury is...he more than likely cannot play either. That does not leave a lot of options.
I don't mind seeing Zepper play, but to quote Cobiemonster "Just win the game"