Rangers Seek Fourth Straight Win Against Red Wings on November 16

NEW YORK, NY — The New York Rangers are set to face off against the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday at Madison Square Garden at 7 p.m. ET. Both teams are looking to strengthen their positions in the Eastern Conference after recent performances.

The Rangers (10-7-2) are riding a wave of momentum, having won four of their last five games. Coach Mike Sullivan praised his team’s recent performance, stating they played “a complete game” against the Columbus Blue Jackets, winning 2-1 in a shootout. The Rangers’ defense has significantly improved, allowing just 2.47 goals per game, being one of the top teams in limiting opponent scoring.

In contrast, the Red Wings (10-7-1) are looking to bounce back after a tough 5-4 overtime loss to the Buffalo Sabres, where they squandered a 4-1 lead. Head coach Todd McLellan emphasized the need for his players to manage games better to avoid repeated tough losses. They have struggled recently, going 1-3-1 in their last five games.

Detroit will have several key players in the lineup, including Alex DeBrincat, Dylan Larkin, and Patrick Kane, who recently scored his third goal of the season against the Sabres. Kane is just five goals away from hitting the 500-goal mark in his career.

The Rangers will lean heavily on their top scorers, including Mika Zibanejad and Artemi Panarin, looking to extend their dominance over the Red Wings, having won the last seven encounters. The Rangers have not lost to Detroit since March 2022, boasting an impressive 23-4-8 record against them since March 21, 2012.

Both teams will be eyeing this matchup as a crucial chance to solidify their seasons. With the playoff race tightening, every game counts, and this clash at Madison Square Garden is expected to be highly competitive.