The New York Rangers (34-31-6) travel to face off against the Los Angeles Kings (39-21-9) on Tuesday, March 25th. This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and televised on ESPN+. The Rangers are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Kings are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Blackhawks. Puck drop is set for 10:30 ET.

Rangers vs Kings

The New York Rangers Are Coming Off A Win

The Rangers improved to 34-31-6 with a 5-2 win over the Islanders. As -1.5 goal favorites, they covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.

Four different Rangers found the net, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. The Rangers built a 2-0 lead before the Islanders got on the board in the second period.

The Los Angeles Kings Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Kings fell to 39-21-9 after a 4-3 road loss to the Blackhawks. Los Angeles led 3-2 in the third period, but a late goal from Chicago tied it up, and the Blackhawks eventually won in a shootout. The Kings were favored on the puck line (-1.5) and the total of 6 goals was surpassed, with the teams combining for 7.

Los Angeles held a 2-0 lead going into the third period, but Chicago scored three times in the final frame. Alex Laferriere and Phillip Danault provided the scoring for the Kings, who now look to regroup after the tough loss.

New York Offense Breakdown

Artemi Panarin led the way for the Rangers with his 8th and 9th goals of the season, including an empty-netter. Chris Kreider got things started with his 8th goal, a shorthanded effort in the first period. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal, while Adam Edstrom found the net for the first time this season.

Mika Zibanejad contributed with his 7th and 8th assists, as the Rangers took 40 shots on goal. They scored once on the power play and had 14 giveaways.

Kings Offense Breakdown

Alex Laferriere led the Kings’ offense in their 4-3 loss to Chicago, netting his 7th goal on a power play in the first period and adding his 8th early in the second. Phillip Danault, who took 5 shots on goal, scored for the first time this season at the 8:12 mark in the third period.

Despite firing 40 shots on goal, the Kings only managed three goals and were held scoreless in the shootout. They recorded 13 giveaways and picked up 6 assists, with Kevin Fiala contributing two, bringing his season total to 5 assists.

New York Team Defense

Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their performance from their previous game, a 5-2 win over the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, and the defense recorded 10 takeaways and 19 hits. The only blemish was a late goal they allowed with 8 seconds left in the 2nd period, but they shut out the Islanders in the 3rd.

Los Angeles Team Defense

Defensively, the Kings will be looking to rebound after giving up 3 goals in the 3rd period against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves with a save percentage of 85.7%. The Kings’ defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 24 hits.

Rangers vs Kings Trends

• In their last three road games, New York has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 1. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.
• Across their last three home contests, Los Angeles has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 3-0, while averaging 5 goals per game.
• As the betting underdog, the Kings have an puck line record of 3-2 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 3-2.
• Through their previous five contests as the betting favorite, the Rangers have a strong record of 3-2. Their record vs the puck line in these matchups is 2-3.

Rangers vs Kings Prediction

For a moneyline bet, I’m backing the Kings to secure a victory over the Rangers at home. With the moneyline currently set at -167, I’m locking in my bet on the Kings straight-up.

For a puck line prediction, our preference is the Kings to secure a win and cover. Anticipate the Kings to win this one by multiple goals over the Rangers.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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