The New York Rangers (17-20-1) head to the United Center on Sunday afternoon to face the Chicago Blackhawks (13-24-2) in what promises to be a crucial matchup between two teams desperate to turn their seasons around.
Both teams have been plagued by offensive struggles this season, with the Rangers averaging 2.78 goals per game while the Blackhawks have managed just 2.54, placing them among the lowest-scoring teams in the NHL.
The Rangers' top line of Artemi Panarin, William Cuylle, and Vincent Trocheck has combined for 37 goals and 49 assists, while the Blackhawks have relied heavily on rookie sensation Connor Bedard and Teuvo Teravainen, who have contributed 17 goals and 42 assists between them.
Recent form suggests a closely contested battle, with the Rangers looking to bounce back from a disappointing stretch that has seen them score just 12 goals in their last six games.
The goaltending matchup could prove decisive, as Rangers' Jonathan Quick (2.54 GAA, .913 save percentage) has been a bright spot this season, while Blackhawks' Petr Mrazek (3.23 GAA, .893 save percentage) has struggled to find consistency.
As these historic Original Six franchises prepare to face off at the United Center, fans will be eager to see which team can overcome their offensive challenges and secure a much-needed victory in this NHL prediction matchup.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. New York Rangers: who will win?
For tonight's Chicago Blackhawks vs New York Rangers matchup, our predictive model gives the Rangers a 58.5% chance of defeating the Hawks.
Pre-game probabilities
Chicago Blackhawks
Moneyline
Win %
41.5%
58.5%
New York Rangers
Chicago Blackhawks: 41.5% win probability
- Poor recent form (WLLLL in last 5 games)
- League-worst points total (28 points in 39 games)
- Significant goal differential (-31, scoring 100 and conceding 131)
New York Rangers: 58.5% win probability
- Better overall record (17 wins vs 13 wins)
- Superior goal-scoring ability (107 goals vs 100 goals)
- Better defensive performance (121 GA vs 131 GA)
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| Chicago Blackhawks | New York Rangers | |
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Chicago Blackhawks vs. New York Rangers form
Chicago Blackhawks vs. New York Rangers head to head
Chicago Blackhawks
33%
New York Rangers
67%
Dec 10, 2024
New York Rangers
1 : 2
Chicago Blackhawks
Feb 10, 2024
Chicago Blackhawks
3 : 4
New York Rangers
Jan 5, 2024
New York Rangers
4 : 1
Chicago Blackhawks
Dec 19, 2022
Chicago Blackhawks
1 : 7
New York Rangers
Dec 4, 2022
New York Rangers
2 : 5
Chicago Blackhawks
Dec 8, 2021
Chicago Blackhawks
2 : 6
New York Rangers
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