Pacheco was the top forward on the Rangers, all for his offensive creation via his handling. Andrew constantly set up the attack on the outside of the offensive zone, dodging any defender trying to close him down, creating plenty of space for himself to operate. Whether using a delay or a crafty deke, Pacheco was always processing pressure coming his way and could make the right play to evade and maintain possession within the offensive zone, making him their primary flow-through man for o-zone sequences. In addition to his success as a puck handler, Andrew had a handful of scoring chances, from being in the right place at the right time and scoring two goals from this theme of smart offensive positioning to being in the proper spot to capitalize. Without the puck, he was pesky, applying relentless pressure all over the ice, jumping passes, and winning back possession of the puck, adding another element to go along with his solid play in the offensive zone.

In every viewing of the Rangers this year, Pachecho has been the player I have always felt is making everything happen, and that was certainly the case in this tough matchup against the Titans. Pacheco was his pesky self, applying relentless pressure all over the ice, forcing plenty of turnovers, and just always being involved in trying to win back possession. With the puck, he was incredibly crafty in his passing, scanning for passing lanes and threading pucks to the middle lanes, sparking plenty of scoring chances. Andrew scored one of the Rangers' few goals, roofing a shot short side on a 2-on-1.