John Mitchell has performed well at both ends of the ice since being recalled from the minors by the New York Rangers. He has recorded a point in three straight games to go with a plus-3 rating. He has formed a successful trio with fellow call-up Carl Hagelin and Brian Boyle. "It wasn't anything really stressed as far as defense, defense, defense but, obviously, we have to take care of our end," Mitchell said. "We have an opportunity with our line to use our speed and get in on the forecheck. That's almost our best defense." Hagelin has also picked up a point in each of his first three games at the NHL level.