Rangers vs Canadiens statistics
| Stat |
Rangers |
Canadiens |
| Goals For per Game |
4.80 |
2.67 |
| Goals Against per Game |
2.00 |
3.33 |
| Shots per Game |
33.0 |
26.0 |
| Shots Against per Game |
31.0 |
33.3 |
| Power Play Goals |
5 |
5 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
2 |
2 |
| Short Handed Goals |
1 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
64 |
48 |
| Power Play Percentage |
31.3 |
21.7 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
89.5 |
90.9 |
Montreal Canadiens recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/19/24 |
@ New York Islanders |
L |
4-3 SO |
| 10/17/24 |
vs Los Angeles Kings |
L |
4-1 |
| 10/14/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Penguins |
L |
6-3 |
| 10/12/24 |
vs Ottawa Senators |
W |
4-1 |
| 10/10/24 |
@ Boston Bruins |
L |
6-4 |
New York Rangers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/19/24 |
@ Toronto Maple Leafs |
W |
4-1 |
| 10/17/24 |
@ Detroit Red Wings |
W |
5-2 |
| 10/14/24 |
vs Detroit Red Wings |
W |
4-1 |
| 10/12/24 |
vs Utah Hockey Club |
L |
6-5 OT |
| 10/9/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Penguins |
W |
6-0 |
Rangers vs Canadiens predictions
As the New York Rangers gear up to take on the Montreal Canadiens, all eyes are on Artemi Panarin, their left winger who has been nothing short of spectacular this season. Despite being listed as day-to-day due to his injury, Panarin has racked up a magnificent 12 points, including 6 goals and 6 assists, setting a high bar early in the season. Given his current form and if he's fit to play, Panarin could be the game-changer for the Rangers, potentially adding crucial points against the Canadiens. Additionally, the team's flawless road record of 3-0-0 underlines their strength away from home, suggesting they could maintain that momentum in this match-up.
Switching over to the Montreal Canadiens, their hopes might heavily lie on the young shoulders of Cole Caufield. After his commendable two-goal performance recently, Caufield’s confidence should be sky-high. With 6 goals to his name this season, he's proving to be a pivotal force in the Canadiens' lineup. Another player to watch is Juraj Slafkovsky who, despite his day-to-day status with a shoulder concern, leads the team with 5 assists. If both can shake off their ailments and hit the ice in full stride, they could indeed make significant contributions to their team's effort at the Bell Centre.
Looking at the statistics and considering the momentum, the New York Rangers come off as the favorites for this encounter. They've started the season on a high note, and their impeccable performance on the road paired with the scoring prowess of players like Panarin, if he plays, gives them a noticeable edge. However, the Canadiens are known for their gritty performances, especially at home, and with young talents like Caufield and Slafkovsky potentially making an impact, an upset shouldn't be ruled out completely. Nonetheless, the Rangers' overall team depth and form might just tip the scales in their favor when the final horn sounds.
Montreal Canadiens injuries
- Juraj Slafkovsky (LW): Day-To-Day
- Kaiden Guhle (D): Day-To-Day
- Mike Matheson (D): Day-To-Day
- Jayden Struble (D): Day-To-Day
- David Reinbacher (D): Injured Reserve
New York Rangers injuries
- Alexis Lafreniere (LW): Day-To-Day
- Chris Kreider (LW): Day-To-Day
- Ryan Lindgren (D): Injured Reserve
- Jimmy Vesey (LW): Injured Reserve
- Riley Nash (C): Injured Reserve
Rangers vs Canadiens game info
| Venue |
Bell Centre |
| Location |
Montreal, QC |
| Puck drop |
Tue 7:15 PM |
