The New York Rangers (31-26-5) are set to face off against the Ottawa Senators (31-25-5) on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. Both teams are closely matched in the standings, making this an exciting and crucial game for both sides.
New York Rangers
The Rangers have had a mixed season so far, currently sitting in the middle of the Metropolitan Division. They have shown flashes of brilliance but have struggled with consistency. Key players for the Rangers include:
Artemi Panarin: Leading the team with 26 goals and 43 assists.
Adam Fox: Contributing significantly with 43 assists.
Vincent Trocheck: Taking 162 shots on goal.
Defensively, the Rangers are allowing an average of 3 goals per game and have an 82.5% success rate on the penalty kill. Goaltender Igor Shesterkin has been solid, allowing 122 goals on 1,291 shots faced, while backup Jonathan Quick has given up 53 goals on 549 shots.
Ottawa Senators
The Senators have had a slightly better season, currently sitting just above the Rangers in the standings. However, they have struggled recently, losing six of their last eight games. Key players for the Senators include:
Brady Tkachuk: Leading the team with 24 goals.
Tim Stutzle: Providing 44 assists.
Thomas Chabot: Taking 141 shots on goal.
Defensively, the Senators are allowing an average of 2.85 goals per game and have a 76.7% success rate on the penalty kill. Goaltender Linus Ullmark has allowed 76 goals on 837 shots faced, while Anton Forsberg has given up 57 goals on 545 shots.
Game Insights
Goals/Game: The Rangers are averaging 3.03 goals per game, while the Senators are averaging 2.84 goals.
Power Play: The Rangers are scoring on 19.9% of their power play opportunities, while the Senators are scoring on 23.4%.
Penalty Kill: The Rangers have an 82.5% success rate on the penalty kill, while the Senators have a 76.7% success rate.
New York Rangers 5.5
Ottawa Senators – 130
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 7, 2025
