Rangers Prepare for Key Matchup Against Golden Knights

Las Vegas, Nevada

The New York Rangers are set to face the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night at 7:00 PM PT, continuing their three-game west coast swing. The Rangers are currently tied for the NHL lead in road wins, with nine victories, and they sit second in road points with a total of 19.

This season, the Rangers’ six regulation wins are the most in the league, while their 19 points in the first 11 road games is a franchise record. The last team to achieve a similar feat was the Los Angeles Kings, who amassed 22 points in the 2023-24 season.

On the road, New York has been on fire, winning their last six games, the longest active streak in the NHL. This marks their longest road win streak since the 2019-20 season. They have also clinched seven victories out of their last ten games, gaining points in eight of their last twelve outings.

The Rangers have shown a strong defensive presence, allowing the fewest goals per game on the road at 1.91. They also rank second in overall goals against this season, with a 2.45 average. New York’s goal differential of plus-16 on the road is the best in the NHL, with only 21 goals allowed, the second fewest in the league.

Team stats indicate a robust penalty kill performance, with the Rangers among the five teams this season to allow one or fewer goals in six or more games. Additionally, they have allowed only 12 goals in the second period, showcasing a strong defensive effort.

Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin has recorded a 2.39 goals against average, placing him fourth among NHL goaltenders with at least ten starts. He leads all goaltenders with 73 games in which he allowed one or fewer goals since the beginning of the 2021-22 season.

Notable players on the roster include Artemi Panarin, who leads the Rangers in points (18) and is tied for first in assists (13). J.T. Miller and Mika Zibanejad also feature prominently in team stats.

Off the ice, Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick has connections to the Golden Knights, having played for the team previously, winning a Stanley Cup. Meanwhile, Vegas forward Reilly Smith spent time with the Rangers last season.

The Rangers’ recent performances have generated excitement among fans, marking a strong start to the season. As they face the Golden Knights, they will look to maintain their momentum.