The New York Rangers meet the Winnipeg Jets for Game 2 of their two-game regular-season series, as Week 24 of the 2021-22 NHL season comes to an end with this interconference showdown from the Bell MTS Place in Winnipeg. The Rangers defeated the Jets in the first meeting this season, winning 4-1 back on February 11, so let’s see what’s the best Rangers vs. Jets betting pick for Sunday evening.
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Rangers vs Jets Betting Pick
This game will be played at the ScotiaBank Arena in Toronto at 7:00 PM ET on Saturday, March 5, 2022.
Why Bet The Rangers:
✅ The New York Rangers have won their last two games. The Rangers are one of the hottest teams in the NHL, going 7-2-1 in their last 10 games. Winnipeg is 4-4-2 in their last 10 games.
✅ The New York Rangers have won the last two meetings between these teams. They defeated Winnipeg on February 11, which was the first meeting between these teams in over two seasons. The Rangers are 5-4-1 in the last 10 meetings between these teams.
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✅ The New York Rangers have been one of the best defensive teams in the NHL, third in goals allowed per game (2.47). The Rangers have allowed 18 total goals over their last nine games, including allowing a single goal in each of their last two games on the road.
New York Rangers
The New York Rangers (35-15-5; 28-27 ATS) defeated the New Jersey Devils on Friday, 3-1, giving the team two straight victories. They now head to the road to begin a four-game road trip starting in Winnipeg. The Rangers have been very good on the road, going 16-10-2. However, they are 4-5-0 away from Madison Square Garden since the beginning of the year.
Igor Shesterkin was outstanding against the Devils, stopping 32 of 33 shots. He has been outstanding this season, going 27-6-3 with a 1.96 goals against average and a .940 save percentage. Shesterkin has been unreal of late allowing a single goal in five of his last seven starts. He has allowed 10 total goals in that span. The Rangers have a 2.47 goals-against average but have not been as good on the road, posting a 2.64 GAA.
Winnipeg Jets
The Winnipeg Jets (24-21-10; 31-24 ATS) lost in overtime to the Dallas Stars on Friday, 4-3. This is the third contest of a four-game homestand for this team, as they have gone 14-10-2 on home ice. The Jets are 4-2-1 in their last seven games at home, outscoring opponents 27-21.
Kyle Connor scored his 33rd goal in the loss to the Stars. He now has eight points in his last five games, including scoring four goals in that span. Connor has been spectacular this season, leading the club with 33 goals and 62 points. The Jets are averaging 3.00 goals per game, but have been even better at home, averaging 3.42 goals per contest.