Vancouver Canucks vs New York Rangers Prediction – 3/22/2025

The Vancouver Canucks are set to face off against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. This matchup features two teams striving to solidify their positions in the playoff race, each bringing unique strengths and challenges to the ice.

Vancouver Canucks vs. New York Rangers Game Preview

The Canucks enter this game with a 32-25-12 record, placing them fourth in the Pacific Division with 76 points. Their recent performance has been inconsistent, with four losses in their last seven games, including a 4-3 overtime defeat to the St. Louis Blues. Offensively, Vancouver averages 2.78 goals per game, ranking 23rd in the league, while defensively, they allow 3.01 goals per game, placing them 20th. Quinn Hughes leads the team with 66 points (16 goals, 50 assists), followed by Elias Pettersson with 45 points (15 goals, 30 assists), and Brock Boeser contributing 43 points (22 goals, 21 assists). In goal, Kevin Lankinen is expected to start, boasting a 24-13-8 record, a 2.56 goals-against average (GAA), and a .903 save percentage.

The Rangers hold a 33-31-6 record, placing them fifth in the Metropolitan Division with 72 points. They have struggled recently, losing seven of their last nine games, including a 4-3 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. New York's offense averages 2.96 goals per game, ranking 16th, while their defense allows 3.00 goals per game, placing them 19th. Artemi Panarin leads the team with 75 points (31 goals, 44 assists), with Adam Fox adding 50 points (5 goals, 45 assists), and Mika Zibanejad contributing 49 points (15 goals, 34 assists). Igor Shesterkin is expected to start in goal, holding a 23-25-4 record, a 2.81 GAA, and a .907 save percentage.

Betting Insights

As of the latest odds, the Rangers are favored with a moneyline of -145, while the Canucks are at +120. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals. Recent trends indicate that each of the last six games between these two teams has gone over the total goals line. Additionally, the Canucks have covered the puck line in each of their last nine games at Madison Square Garden.

Vancouver Canucks vs. New York Rangers Prediction

Considering the current form and statistics of both teams, this game presents a compelling matchup. The Rangers have had the upper hand in recent head-to-head encounters, winning four of the last five meetings, including a 4-3 victory earlier this season in Vancouver. However, their recent struggles and the Canucks' ability to cover the puck line at Madison Square Garden suggest a closely contested game. Given the offensive capabilities of both teams and the trend of high-scoring games in their recent matchups, betting on the over 5.5 goals appears to be a prudent choice. While the Rangers have the home-ice advantage, the Canucks' resilience on the road makes them a viable underdog pick. Therefore, a bet on the over 5.5 goals, coupled with a lean towards the Canucks covering the puck line, offers a balanced approach for this game.

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