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New York Rangers vs. Los Angeles Kings: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 25, 2025

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Mar 26, 2025 12:04 AM
The New York Rangers, riding the momentum of Jonny Brodzinski's 2-goal performance, travel to the Crypto.com Arena to face off against the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 10:30 PM. The Kings, dominant on their home ice with a 25-3-4 record, look to extend their series lead over the Rangers to 2-0. This inter-divisional matchup promises to be an exciting showdown between two talented NHL teams.
New York Rangers vs Los Angeles Kings

Current Odds

NYR
LA
Over
4.5
+145
Under
3.5
+150
NYR
+1.5
-115
LA
-1.5
+120
NYR
ML
+1060
LA
ML
-1250

Rangers vs Kings statistics

Stat Rangers Kings
Goals For per Game 2.99 2.93
Goals Against Average 3.00 2.52
Shots per Game 28.4 27.9
Shots Against per Game 30.1 25.4
Power Play Goals 33 25
Power Play Goals Against 37 36
Short Handed Goals 14 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 610 530
Power Play Percentage 18.3 15.7
Penalty Kill Percentage 82.5 81.8

Los Angeles Kings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/23/25 vs Boston Bruins W 7-2
3/22/25 vs Carolina Hurricanes W 7-2
3/20/25 @ Chicago Blackhawks W 3-1
3/17/25 @ Minnesota Wild L 3-1
3/15/25 vs Nashville Predators W 1-0 OT

New York Rangers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/22/25 vs Vancouver Canucks W 5-3
3/20/25 vs Toronto Maple Leafs L 4-3
3/18/25 vs Calgary Flames L 2-1
3/16/25 vs Edmonton Oilers L 3-1
3/15/25 @ Columbus Blue Jackets W 4-0

Los Angeles Kings injuries

  • Trevor Moore (LW): Day-To-Day

New York Rangers injuries

  • Sam Carrick (C): Day-To-Day
  • Arthur Kaliyev (RW): Out
  • Adam Edstrom (C): Injured Reserve

Rangers vs Kings game info

Type Info
Venue crypto.com Arena
Location Los Angeles, CA
Puck drop Tue 10:30 PM

Rangers vs Kings predictions

Taking a look at the New York Rangers, Artemi Panarin is certainly a player who catches the eye. With 31 goals under his belt already this season, Panarin is consistently proving to be a crucial asset. It's not just about the goals; his ability to rack up points is second to none. If Panarin continues his current form, we might just see him adding a couple of more goals tonight. Not to be overlooked, Adam Fox is also stepping up to the plate with his playmaking abilities, delivering pinpoint assists—46, to be exact. And let's not forget about the overall dynamism that Panarin brings with 75 points. The stage is set for them to shine, especially on the road where the Rangers have a decent 17-14-3 record.

Shifting the spotlight to the Los Angeles Kings, Adrian Kempe is the talk of the town. This right winger knows how to find the net, with a solid 29 goals this season. His relentless drive is complemented by Anze Kopitar's incredible vision on the ice. The crafty center has notched 38 assists, often serving Kempe and creating those game-changing plays. Together, they've formed a dynamic duo that's hard for any defense to contain. As the Kings have been rock-solid at the crypto.com Arena with an impressive home record, expect them to leverage that comfort and momentum against the Rangers.

With both teams showcasing such talent, tonight's game promises to be an exhilarating showdown. However, given the Kings' formidable home advantage and their current edge in this season series, they might just have the upper hand. The odds seem to tilt slightly in their favor, especially with their physical style of play that can often wear down visiting teams. That being said, never count the Rangers out—Panarin and Fox bring unpredictability, making a Rangers win possible. But if I had to place a guess, I'd say the Kings have the slightest edge to come out on top in what could be a close, hard-fought battle.

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