The upcoming NHL game between the New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes is set to be an exciting matchup as these Metropolitan Division rivals face off.
Game Overview
- Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM ET
- Location: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, North Carolina
- Season Series: The Hurricanes lead the series 3-0, having won all previous meetings this season.
Team Records and Standings
- New York Rangers (37-35-7): The Rangers are six points behind the final Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference, making this game crucial for their slim playoff hopes. They have struggled with consistency this season, particularly on the road, where they hold a 19-20 record.
- Carolina Hurricanes (46-27-5): The Hurricanes have clinched the second seed in the Metropolitan Division and secured home ice for the first round of the playoffs. They boast a strong home record of 23-16 and are looking to complete a season sweep of the Rangers.
Key Players to Watch
- New York Rangers:
- Artemi Panarin: Panarin leads the Rangers with 87 points (26 goals, 61 assists) and has been their most consistent offensive player this season.
- Chris Kreider: Kreider has struggled compared to last season, with just 26 points, but remains a key presence in the lineup.
- Igor Shesterkin: The Rangers’ goaltender has had a challenging season, with a 26-28-5 record and a .905 save percentage. His performance will be critical in this game.
- Carolina Hurricanes:
- Sebastian Aho: Aho leads the Hurricanes with 34 goals and 42 assists, making him a constant offensive threat.
- Seth Jarvis: Jarvis has been red-hot, with 11 points in his last nine games, including a multi-point effort in their last outing.
- Pyotr Kochetkov: Expected to start in goal, Kochetkov has a 26-15-3 record with a 2.58 GAA and .898 save percentage.
Recent Form
- Rangers: The Rangers are coming off a dominant 9-2 victory over the New York Islanders, but they have been inconsistent, going 4-6-0 in their last 10 games. They are averaging 3.0 goals per game during this stretch but have allowed 3.5 goals per game.
- Hurricanes: Carolina is 5-4-1 in its last 10 games, including a 5-4 shootout loss to the Washington Capitals in their previous outing. They have averaged 3.2 goals per game while allowing 3.1 during this stretch.
Injury Updates
- Rangers: Right wing Arthur Kaliyev and center Adam Edstrom are both out due to injuries.
- Hurricanes: Defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere is day-to-day, while Jesper Fast remains on long-term injured reserve.
Game Dynamics
- Rangers’ Keys to Victory:
- Build on their offensive momentum from the Islanders game.
- Tighten up defensively to contain Carolina’s potent attack.
- Strong goaltending from Shesterkin to keep the game close.
- Hurricanes’ Keys to Victory:
- Leverage their home-ice advantage and strong record against the Rangers.
- Capitalize on power-play opportunities, as the Rangers have struggled with discipline.
- Maintain defensive stability to limit New York’s scoring chances.
New York Rangers 5.5
Carolina Hurricanes – 190
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 11, 2025
