Rangers try to extend home win streak, face the Kings
Los Angeles Kings (2-5-2, in the Pacific Division) vs. New York Rangers (7-5-1, in the Metropolitan Division)New York; Monday, 7 p.
The New York Rangers continue their impressive home winning streak as they prepare to face the Los Angeles Kings at Madison Square Garden on Monday. The Rangers currently boast a 7-5-1 record in the Metropolitan Division, while the Kings are at 2-5-2 in the Pacific Division. This matchup marks the teams' first meeting of the season.
New York has been on fire at home, going 6-0-0 in six games at Madison Square Garden, while maintaining an overall record of 7-5-1. Interestingly, the Rangers have also dominated opponents who rack up more penalty minutes, achieving a 4-0-0 record in such games.
Los Angeles, on the other hand, has struggled on the road, managing just 2-1-2 in road games. Their overall record stands at 2-5-2. The Kings are suffering from a -11 scoring differential, having scored 21 goals and conceded 32 throughout the season.
Injuries are a concern for both teams. New York’s roster is missing Joseph Veleno (lower-body), Igor Shesterkin (season-ending lower-body injury), Joonas Korpisalo (lower-body), Aidan Thompson (undisclosed), and Adam Sykora (lower-body). Meanwhile, Los Angeles' lineup is affected by Jakub Dvorak (upper-body), Quinton Byfield (day-to-day upper body), Kevin Fiala (leg), Jan Jenik (undisclosed), and Alex Turcotte (undisclosed).
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