We have your New York Rangers vs. Vegas Golden Knights prop betting and game preview needs covered as the New York Rangers hit the road to face the Vegas Golden Knights.
The New York Rangers (28-13-2) are set to face off against the Vegas Golden Knights (25-14-5) in a high-stakes showdown at T-Mobile Arena. With both teams in the thick of the playoff race, this matchup could have significant implications for postseason positioning.
New York Rangers vs. Vegas Golden Knights Odds Info
Moneyline: New York Rangers -130 (DraftKings) / Vegas Golden Knights +110 (DraftKings)
Puck Line: +1.5 – New York Rangers +195 (FanDuel) / Vegas Golden Knights -240 (FanDuel)
Total: 6.0 – -120 (DraftKings) / +100 (DraftKings)
Game Info
Date: Thursday, Jan. 18
Time: 10:00 PM
Location: T-Mobile Arena – Las Vegas, NV
TV: ESPN+
New York Rangers Betting Trends
- This season, the New York Rangers have hit 22 overs and 21 unders.
- On the road this season, the New York Rangers have hit 11 overs and 11 unders.
- As the favorite this season, the New York Rangers have hit 16 overs and 18 unders.
Vegas Golden Knights Betting Trends
- This season, the Vegas Golden Knights have hit 19 overs and 25 unders.
- At home this season, the Vegas Golden Knights have hit 8 overs and 15 unders.
- As the underdog this season, the Vegas Golden Knights have hit 6 overs and 8 unders.
Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis
Over the last three seasons, the New York Rangers and the Vegas Golden Knights have faced off four times, with each team securing two victories apiece. These matchups have been evenly split, with both the home and visiting teams winning two games each. When it comes to betting statistics, the Rangers have shown a stronger performance against the spread, covering it in three out of the four games, while the Golden Knights have covered the spread only once. In terms of the over-under bets, the total score has gone over the set line once, under twice, and resulted in a push once. The games have been competitive, with the Rangers and Golden Knights displaying a closely matched level of play. The Rangers have shown a slight edge in recent seasons, with a win percentage of 55.102% in the 2022-2023 season compared to the Golden Knights’ 58%. The Rangers have also been more dominant in shots on goal, outshooting the Golden Knights in three out of the four games, and have been particularly effective in penalty killing, successfully defending all power play opportunities in their most recent encounter.
The most recent game between the New York Rangers and the Vegas Golden Knights took place on January 27, 2023, with the Rangers emerging victorious with a 4-1 win. The Rangers were the favorites going into the game, as indicated by the closing moneyline of -144 compared to the Golden Knights’ +118. The Rangers’ Chris Kreider and Vincent Trocheck led the charge in the first period, each scoring a goal to establish an early lead. Despite Phil Kessel’s effort to narrow the gap for the Golden Knights in the second period, the Rangers sealed their win with two additional goals in the third period from Filip Chytil and Jimmy Vesey, the latter being an empty-netter. The Rangers dominated in shots on goal with 40 against the Golden Knights’ 34 and were strong on the penalty kill, while the Golden Knights struggled to capitalize on their power play chances. The game ended with the Rangers covering the spread and the total score staying under the closing over-under of 6.5.
New York Rangers vs. Vegas Golden Knights Predictions
The Rangers come into this game on a two-game winning streak, showcasing their resilience and ability to bounce back from adversity. With star winger Artemi Panarin leading the team in goals (27) and points (60), the Rangers’ offense has been formidable. However, they’ll need to maintain their defensive prowess, which has been a cornerstone of their success this season, to contain a Golden Knights team that has been finding the back of the net with regularity.
Vegas, on the other hand, has been inconsistent lately but remains a threat in the Western Conference thanks to their offensive depth and solid goaltending. Jonathan Marchessault leads the team with 18 goals, and captain Mark Stone has been a key playmaker with 29 assists. The Golden Knights will look to leverage their home-ice advantage at T-Mobile Arena, where they’ve compiled an impressive 16-5-2 record. However, they’ll need to improve their power play execution to capitalize on scoring opportunities against the Rangers’ strong penalty kill unit.
This game features a compelling goaltender matchup and could come down to which netminder outperforms the other. Both teams have shown they can win tight games, and with the Rangers’ strong road record (13-7-2) and the Golden Knights’ solid home record, fans can expect a closely contested battle. Key player matchups to watch include Panarin’s line against the Golden Knights’ top defensive pairing and how Vegas’ top scorers fare against the Rangers’ goaltending tandem. With both teams eager to secure a victory, this game promises to be an exciting clash of Eastern and Western Conference contenders.
New York Rangers vs. Vegas Golden Knights Pick
Considering the recent trends and statistics, the ‘Under’ pick seems to be the most prudent choice for this matchup. The Vegas Golden Knights have been trending towards the under in their recent games, with a notable 1-4 record for hitting the over in their last five home games. Additionally, the total score has gone under in 25 of their season games, indicating a pattern of games with fewer goals than the line suggests. The New York Rangers, while having a potent offense led by Artemi Panarin, have also seen the total go under in 21 of their season games. Furthermore, the last head-to-head encounter between these two teams resulted in a total score that stayed under the closing over-under line, reinforcing the expectation of a lower-scoring game.
Another factor to consider is the goaltending matchup, which could play a significant role in keeping the score down. Both teams have reliable goaltenders who have the ability to shut down opposing offenses. The Rangers’ strong penalty kill, having successfully defended all power play opportunities in their most recent game against the Golden Knights, suggests they could stifle Vegas’ special teams once again. Given these factors, along with the pressure of playoff positioning, it’s likely that both teams will adopt a more conservative and defensive approach, leading to fewer scoring chances and, consequently, an ‘Under’ result for the total line.
The Pick: Under 6.0 -120 (DraftKings)
New York Rangers vs. Vegas Golden Knights Player Prop Picks
Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.
New York Rangers
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexis Lafreniere | Shots On Goal | 2.5 | 7/10 | -110 | -120 | 3.3 | 3.24 |
| Vincent Trocheck | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -190 | +145 | 1.4 | 1.20 |
| Vincent Trocheck | Shots On Goal | 2.5 | 7/10 | -145 | +114 | 3.4 | 3.42 |
| Artemi Panarin | Shots On Goal | 3.5 | 7/10 | +100 | -130 | 4.3 | 4.23 |
| Chris Kreider | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -145 | +114 | 0.7 | 0.80 |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Stone | Points | 0.5 | 8/10 | -195 | +150 | 1.0 | 0.89 |