Senators vs Rangers Picks and Prediction – 1/22/2025

On Tuesday, the Ottawa Senators (23-18-4) face off against the New York Rangers (22-20-3) at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. Make sure you stay up to date with all the NHL action, with our expert NHL picks.

New York comes into this matchup on a one-game winning streak and has won three of their last five games prior to their game against Montreal. In a recent matchup against Utah, the New York Rangers celebrated a 5-3 victory, highlighted by Artemi Panarin's impressive performance as he netted two goals. Panarin has been a standout for the team this season, leading the Rangers with 19 goals. Following closely are Vincent Trocheck and Chris Kreider, who have each contributed 14 goals to the team’s tally this year. With a notable total of 47 points, Panarin also ranks as the Rangers' top point scorer. When it comes to setting up goals, Adam Fox has been exceptional, delivering 32 assists so far this season. Over their past five games, the Rangers have averaged 3.2 goals per game and are currently ranked third from the bottom in the Metropolitan Division standings. Eager to build on their momentum, New York aims to stretch their current winning streak and secure a second victory over Ottawa this season. On average, the Rangers are scoring 2.9 goals per game overall.

Ottawa enters this game on a one-game losing streak, but has won three of their last five games prior to their game against New Jersey. Recently, the Ottawa Senators faced a tough match against Washington, where they were narrowly defeated 1-0 in overtime. This season, Brady Tkachuk is shining as Ottawa's top goal-scorer, having netted an impressive 18 goals. Right behind him is Josh Norris, contributing significantly with 17 goals so far. When it comes to overall points, Tim Stutzle is leading the pack for the Senators, boasting 45 points this season. Stutzle is also proving to be a key playmaker, with 30 assists under his belt. Over their last five games, the Senators have managed to score an average of 2 goals per game and are currently in fourth place in the Atlantic Division standings. As they prepare for their next encounter with the New York Rangers, Ottawa is certainly motivated to overturn their previous loss against them. Throughout the season, the Senators have been averaging 2.9 goals per game.

Earlier in the season, the Rangers beat the Senators and are now aiming to repeat that success in their next matchup. Recently, Ottawa's offensive performance has faltered in their last few games, and they are eager to reignite their scoring abilities to level the series against New York. Meanwhile, the Rangers have been strong competitors on their home ice, boasting a favorable winning record, which they are determined to maintain in this game. Final Score Prediction, New York Rangers win 4-0.