The Rangers (4-2-3) wasted Jaromir Jagr's first three-goal game since joining the team in 2004.

The Rangers wasted nine power-play opportunities.

Ranger didn't waste time when he made an apprehension.

The Rangers wasted a season-high 41 shots on goal, not to mention a stretch over the first and second periods in which they outshot the Senators, 18-2.

The Rangers had wasted still one more lead and trailed the Canucks by 3-2 after Brian Bradley's goal 1 minute 12 seconds into the third.

Not only that, but the Rangers wasted what should have been the easiest game on their schedule down the stretch.

The Rangers, finally, wasted a strong goaltending performance by Richter.

The Rangers wasted an opportunity to pull 3 points ahead of second-place Philadelphia in the Atlantic Division; the Flyers lost, 6-5, to Buffalo on Saturday.

The Rangers also wasted seven power-play opportunities.

The Rangers wasted a splendid effort by goalie Mike Richter, who faced 31 shots and at least 15 excellent scoring chances.