New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction & Odds: Moneyline, Prop & Total Goals (Nov 13)
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New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction & Odds: Moneyline, Prop & Total Goals (Nov 13)

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Moneyline PickNew York Rangers (-218)
Player PropMika Zibanejad Over 1+ Assists (-134)
Total GoalsUnder 6.5 Goals (-152)
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New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Main Game Info

New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Moneyline Prediction

The Rangers are coming off a 3-1 win over the Calgary Flames. Although they’re just 5-5-0 in their last 10 outings, they have won four of their last five and have an 11-8-1 season record. Defence has been New York’s calling card in recent games.

The same can’t be said about a Canucks team with an NHL-worst 3-16-1 record through its first 20 encounters. It has not only dropped six in a row but has also gone 17 games without a regulation win. Vancouver’s last win without overtime came against the Flames on October 3, and it’s won just twice since the beginning of October (2-16-1).

After losing their last seven home games in regulation, the Canucks are difficult to trust at home. Meanwhile, New York has been playing some solid hockey lately, backed by improved defensive play. Given Vancouver’s struggles and the Rangers’ upturn in form, it’s hard to see this clash ending in anything other than a New York win.

New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Projected Starting Goalies

The Rangers should have a significant goaltending advantage, with Garand expected to start after Joonas Korpisalo got the nod in Wednesday’s win over the Flames. The Canucks are likely to struggle regardless of whether they start Merilainen or backup Kevin Lankinen, who has posted a 6.03 GAA and .808 save percentage this season.

New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Player Prop

Mika Zibanejad scored two goals in Wednesday’s win over the Flames and has been the Rangers’ hottest forward lately. He’s riding a four-game point streak and has recorded a team-high six points (two goals, four assists) over that stretch.

Zibanejad should take advantage of a favourable matchup to extend his point streak, as the Canucks rank 31st in expected goals against (xGA, 50.96) and 30th in scoring chances allowed (469) this season. His role also works in his favour: Zibanejad is the first-line centre and a fixture on the first power-play unit, while averaging 20:33 of ice time.

New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Total Goals Prediction

The Rangers rank 20th in the NHL in scoring, averaging just 2.95 goals per game, but they still sit ahead of the Canucks, who are 24th with 2.80. The biggest difference comes on the defensive end: New York has the seventh-best defence in the league, allowing just 2.80 goals per game, while Vancouver is giving up a league-worst 4.50.

With both offences decidedly below average, a low-scoring affair could be on the cards. Five of the Rangers’ last six outings have also finished with under 6.5 goals, as have four of Vancouver’s previous six. While New York is likely to control the game, don’t expect a fast pace or too many chances, given both teams’ offensive struggles this season.

New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Team News and Injury Report

New York Rangers Team News and Injury Report

The Rangers will be without star netminder Igor Shesterkin for the rest of the season due to a lower-body injury. The tandem of Garand and Korpisalo has provided a solid replacement.

The Rangers are also short on depth, with several middle-six and bottom-six players sidelined. Sean Durzi, Joe Veleno, and Adam Sykora are all dealing with lower-body injuries. However, none of these absences is expected to have a major impact on the lineup.

This will be New York’s fourth consecutive road game and its third straight on Canadian soil. The team has had just one day of rest.

Vancouver Canucks Team News and Injury Report

The Canucks are uncertain about the availability of Filip Chytil (shoulder) and Tom Willander (lower body). If they’re out, expect Brendan Gallagher and Luke Schenn to step up as replacements. Willander is day-to-day, so he could still play Friday if cleared before puck drop.

Vancouver is still without No. 1 goaltender Thatcher Demko, leaving Merilainen and Lankinen as the options between the posts.

The Canucks have a clear rest advantage, as they haven’t played since Monday. They’ve had three full days off without having to travel ahead of this game.

New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Projected Lines and Power Play Units

New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks: Where to Watch (Canada)

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