Kelly, who went 2 for 5 to increase his own modest hitting streak to seven games, could afford to laugh.
The victory was the third in succession for the Rangers, and it increased their undefeated streak to four.
Paul O'Neill increased his hitting streak to 12 games and was one of five players with two hits.
For the Devils, it increased their undefeated streak on the road to eight games, 5-0-3.
He qualified for all 23 events, increasing his streak of qualifying at national events to 110.
The result increased the Rangers' undefeated streak to four games, tied for their best of the season.
Lemiuex increased his scoring streak to 17 games with his 18th goal of the season.
He also increased his hitting streak to 18 games.
The victory increased the Rangers' undefeated streak to five games, their best of the season.
Burnitz's hit increased his hitting streak to 12 games.