The New York Rangers are set to face the Ottawa Senators, highlighting their impressive performance on the road this season. Currently, the Rangers hold an 11-4-1 record while traveling, with a goal differential of 54-37. This marks the franchise’s seventh instance of winning 10 road games in 15 attempts. Moreover, they have achieved a franchise-record 19 points in their first 11 road games this season.
Road Performance and Milestones
Since the start of the 2021-22 season, the Rangers lead the NHL in road points with 229 and road victories with 105. Their away games continue to showcase their strength and resilience, making them a formidable opponent.
Player Highlights
- Artemi Panarin: Leads the team with 28 points, including 20 assists. He is two points away from 900 career points and has recorded seven multi-point games this season.
- Mika Zibanejad: The top scorer for the Rangers with 9 goals and 20 points. His performance includes four straight games with points.
- Vincent Trocheck: Has made a strong comeback with 11 points (5G-6A) since returning from injury on November 10. He excels in faceoff percentage.
- J.T. Miller: Currently leads in faceoff wins and ranks high in goals and assists. He has also collected five points in recent games.
- Will Cuylle: Known for his physical play, leading in hits with 95 and contributing significantly with 16 points this season.
- Igor Shesterkin: A key player in goal with a 2.45 goals against average, allowing two or fewer goals in 13 games.
Statistical Insights
Throughout this season, several players are achieving notable milestones:
- Panarin’s assists rank third in the league since November 7.
- Zibanejad is tied for the ninth most power play goals in the league.
- Trocheck ranks fourth in the NHL for faceoff wins since 2024-25.
The Rangers’ performance against the Senators will be pivotal as they aim to extend their road success. Fans can expect an exciting match as both teams seek to gain crucial points in the standings. Watch for standout performances from players like Panarin and Zibanejad, who have been instrumental in the team’s success thus far this season.
