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New York Rangers vs Seattle Kraken: Key Matchup and Predictions for Sunday’s NHL Clash

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New York Rangers Vs Seattle Kraken Hockey Game

The New York Rangers are set to begin a four-game road trip with a matchup against the Seattle Kraken on Sunday, November 17, at Climate Pledge Arena. The Rangers, with a record of 10-4-1, have historically dominated the Kraken, never losing in regulation and holding a 5-0-1 record against them. This strong performance includes a recent 5-2 victory at Madison Square Garden[2][4].

The Rangers are looking to build on their recent form, having won 3-2 against the San Jose Sharks in their last game. Despite some inconsistent play at home, the Rangers have excelled on the road, boasting the third-best road points percentage (.833) in the NHL and leading the league with 4.83 goals for and 1.67 goals against per road game[1][4].

The Seattle Kraken, with a record of 9-8-1, are on a four-game winning streak, having edged the New York Islanders 3-2 in their last outing. Jared McCann leads the Kraken with 21 points, including 9 goals and 12 assists. The Kraken have been solid defensively, allowing only eight goals in their last four games[1][4].

With Filip Chytil out due to an upper-body injury, Jonny Brodzinski will center the third line for the Rangers. This lineup change is not new for Brodzinski, who filled a similar role last season when Chytil was injured. The Rangers’ projected lineup includes key players like Artemi Panarin, Mika Zibanejad, and Igor Shesterkin, who has a 2.78 GAA and a .914 save percentage this season[1][4].

Predictions and betting odds favor the Rangers, with a win probability of around 59% according to advanced NHL models. The Rangers are priced as favorites, with odds of -165, and are expected to outscore the Kraken, who are on a +136 underdog line. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals[3][4].

The game is scheduled to start at 9:00 PM ET and can be watched on MSGSN. The Rangers’ ability to perform well on the road and their historical dominance over the Kraken make them a strong contender for this matchup[1][4][5].

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