NHL Prediction: New York Rangers vs St. Louis Blues
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New York Rangers host St. Louis Blues at Madison Square Garden in the NHL regular season. The Rangers are trying to end a four-game losing run; the Blues arrive with two consecutive wins and a chance to improve their position in a tightly packed middle group.
New York Rangers: strong home record under pressure
Recent form and tactical profile
New York has won once in its last five games, scoring 17 goals and conceding 24. The Rangers scored in every game but allowed at least two each time. Their latest result was a 1:4 home defeat to Edmonton on November 1.
Across 16 season games, the Rangers have scored 45 goals and conceded 47. At home, they have six wins and two losses, with a 33:20 goal balance.
Defensive coverage and consistency under pressure remain weaknesses: New York has one shutout and has conceded in 15 of 16 games. Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 of 16 games, with both teams scoring in 12.
Goaltending and available personnel
- Edmonton Oilershome1:4
- Los Angeles Kingshome3:6
- Ottawa Senatorsaway4:7
- Toronto Maple Leafsaway4:5
- Anaheim Duckshome5:2
St. Louis Blues: better momentum, unstable defence
Results, scoring and special teams context
St. Louis has won three of its last five games, including a 5:4 away victory over Detroit on October 31. The Blues scored 15 goals and conceded 13 in that stretch; their two defeats were shutout losses, 0:4 against Carolina and 0:2 against Montreal.
Season totals stand at 44 goals scored and 43 conceded in 15 games. Away from home, St. Louis has three wins and four losses, scoring 25 and conceding 26.
The Blues conceded in all five recent games and have one shutout this season. Both teams scored in 11 of 15 season games, while Over 2.5 goals landed in 13. Their away scoring offers a route to attack New York’s defensive weaknesses, but their own goals-against record limits confidence in the visitors.
Roster news and goaltending
Ross Johnston is expected to return during the current four-game road trip after being absent since October 15 with a lower-body injury. His return would restore forward depth. Colton Parayko missed the Detroit game with an upper-body injury and is expected back soon, but his availability for this match is unconfirmed.
- Detroit Red Wingsaway5:4
- Boston Bruinshome4:1
- Montreal Canadienshome0:2
- Carolina Hurricaneshome0:4
- Vegas Golden Knightshome6:2
Head-to-head balance and goal patterns
The ten official meetings over the last five years are evenly split: five Rangers wins and five Blues wins. The eight most recent games are also level, with four New York wins and four losses. The Rangers won the latest two meetings 3:2 and 2:1; earlier high-scoring results include 6:4 and two 5:2 games.
Across those eight meetings, New York scored 23 goals and St. Louis 23. Neither side has a long-term head-to-head advantage.
- 19.12.2025St. Louis Blues1:2New York RangersNHL
- 25.11.2025New York Rangers3:2St. Louis BluesNHL
- 15.12.2024St. Louis Blues3:2New York RangersNHL
- 26.11.2024New York Rangers2:5St. Louis BluesNHL
- 10.03.2024New York Rangers4:0St. Louis BluesNHL
News, motivation and schedule factors
The Edmonton game also featured Connor McDavid’s NHL record. Both clubs enter on short rest after their latest games, and the match is part of the Blues’ current four-game road trip.
Line combinations, power-play units, penalty-kill figures and travel-time details remain unavailable.
Our prediction
New York Rangers and St. Louis Blues meet at Madison Square Garden, with the Rangers in 13th place and the Blues in 5th. The recommended bet is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No 1.41.
The Rangers have lost four straight, scoring 17 and conceding 24 across their last five games. Their home season record is stronger at 6 wins in 8 matches, but the defensive trend remains clear: they conceded in all five recent games. St. Louis has won its last two, yet its attack has been inconsistent, scoring in only 3 of the last 5; the Blues also produced two consecutive shutouts offensively before the recent victories. Short rest after the October 31 game and Parayko’s possible absence add uncertainty to the visitors’ defensive setup, while Ross Johnston is expected to return. The market assigns 88.7% to both teams scoring, while 11.3% applies to both teams not scoring; the line movement indicates declining confidence in the “Yes” outcome. A likely final score is 2:1, with the opening period ending 0:0 or 1:0.
Conclusion
Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No 1.41 is supported by St. Louis’s uneven scoring sequence and the Rangers’ recent pressure after four defeats.
FAQ
When does New York Rangers — St. Louis Blues kick off?
The match starts on 03.11.2026 at 19:00 (New York), Madison Square Garden (New York).
What is the prediction for New York Rangers — St. Louis Blues?
Our pick is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No at 1.41.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: New York Rangers win — 41%, draw — 23%, St. Louis Blues win — 36%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Edmonton Oilershome1:4
- Los Angeles Kingshome3:6
- Ottawa Senatorsaway4:7
- Toronto Maple Leafsaway4:5
- Anaheim Duckshome5:2
- Detroit Red Wingsaway5:4
- Boston Bruinshome4:1
- Montreal Canadienshome0:2
- Carolina Hurricaneshome0:4
- Vegas Golden Knightshome6:2
Standings · Eastern Conference
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | New York Islanders | 14 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 40:39 | 16 |
| 13 | New York Rangers | 15 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 45:46 | 15 |
| 14 | Pittsburgh Penguins | 14 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 47:49 | 12 |
Head-to-head
- 19.12.2025St. Louis Blues1:2New York RangersNHL
- 25.11.2025New York Rangers3:2St. Louis BluesNHL
- 15.12.2024St. Louis Blues3:2New York RangersNHL
- 26.11.2024New York Rangers2:5St. Louis BluesNHL
- 10.03.2024New York Rangers4:0St. Louis BluesNHL
About the match
- 3 November · 19:00 New York
- Venue: Madison Square Garden (New York)
Odds
Odds updated 02.11 19:10
Market view and goal-total structure
The 1X2 market makes New York a narrow home favourite: home win 41%, draw 23.1%, away win 36%. Both win lines have moved against their respective teams, while the draw has attracted support.
Over 5.5 goals is assessed at 53.7%, but its line has weakened. Under 5.5 stands at 46.3% and has gained support. BTTS (both teams to score) is assigned 88.7%, although that line has also weakened as the opposing outcome has strengthened.
Market support for Under contrasts with both teams’ frequent concessions, while the Blues’ recent shutout defeats caution against relying on scoring frequency alone.
Our prediction
- Market
- Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No
- Current odds
- 1.41
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 65%
- Market estimate
- 65%
- Stake amount
- 100 $ · 1.41
- Potential win
- 41 $
- Status
- pending
