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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. New York Rangers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 17, 2025

Updated on:
Apr 17, 2025 8:29 PM
The Tampa Bay Lightning, holding a 2-0 series lead, travel to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Rangers on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Lightning, with a 47-26-8 record, look to extend their dominance over the Rangers, who will be fighting to even the series with their 38-36-7 record on the line. Expect an intense matchup between two high-powered teams in the Eastern Conference.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Rangers

Current Odds

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+3300
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Lightning vs Rangers statistics

Stat Lightning Rangers
Goals For per Game 3.60 3.10
Goals Against Average 2.62 3.15
Shots per Game 28.6 28.7
Shots Against per Game 28.3 29.9
Power Play Goals 60 37
Power Play Goals Against 38 47
Short Handed Goals 11 17
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 664 681
Power Play Percentage 26.2 17.7
Penalty Kill Percentage 81.5 80.1

New York Rangers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/14/25 @ Florida Panthers W 5-3
4/12/25 @ Carolina Hurricanes L 7-3
4/10/25 @ New York Islanders W 9-2
4/9/25 vs Philadelphia Flyers L 8-5
4/7/25 vs Tampa Bay Lightning L 5-1

Tampa Bay Lightning recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/15/25 vs Florida Panthers W 5-1
4/13/25 vs Buffalo Sabres W 7-4
4/11/25 vs Detroit Red Wings L 4-3 OT
4/9/25 vs Toronto Maple Leafs L 4-3 OT
4/7/25 @ New York Rangers W 5-1

New York Rangers injuries

  • Braden Schneider (D): Out
  • Arthur Kaliyev (RW): Out
  • Adam Edstrom (C): Injured Reserve

Tampa Bay Lightning injuries

  • Luke Glendening (C): Day-To-Day
  • Mitchell Chaffee (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Oliver Bjorkstrand (RW): Out

Lightning vs Rangers game info

Type Info
Venue Madison Square Garden
Location New York, NY
Puck drop Thu 7:00 PM

Lightning vs Rangers predictions

When talking about the Tampa Bay Lightning, one name that bubbles to the top is Brayden Point. With 42 goals this season, he's been nothing short of a maestro when it comes to finding the back of the net. Picture him skating down the ice with that fierce look of determination. His eyes laser-focused on scoring, and you can't help but feel that same energy pulsing through the screen. Nikita Kucherov, the assist king with an eye-popping 84 assists, is another player who won't go unnoticed. Watch for Kucherov to set the pace with his incredible playmaking ability. It's kind of like watching a master chess player make calculated moves—or in this case, perfect passes. Altogether, this dynamic duo is poised to bring their A-game, aiming to secure another victory against the New York Rangers.

On the New York Rangers' side, Artemi Panarin stands tall as their go-to man. Leading the Rangers with 37 goals and 52 assists, Panarin is a one-man highlight reel. You can almost feel the buzz in the air when the puck lands on his stick. The home crowd at Madison Square Garden? They’ll definitely have their eyes peeled for a signature Panarin performance. There's something simply electrifying about watching him charge down the ice, ready to make things happen. The Rangers will need Panarin to bring the flair that resonates well beyond the rink to level this playing field.

As for who's going to come out on top, let's dig into a little analysis. The New York Rangers' home-ice advantage at Madison Square Garden could be a significant factor. With the current odds slightly favoring the Rangers, despite their underwhelming regular season series against the Lightning, there’s a gut feeling this game might be their chance for redemption. That said, the Tampa Bay Lightning, powered by Point and Kucherov, won’t back down easily. Ultimately, while both teams offer unique excitement, I’d put my chips on the Lightning, clinching this game. They’re a well-oiled machine that might just outshine the Rangers in the series. What do you think?

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