The New York Rangers are experiencing a significant resurgence, climbing three spots in the standings to become a competitive team once more. Their recent form has positioned them to overtake two more teams, including the Montreal Canadiens, who they face this evening. Both teams come into the match on back-to-back nights, but the Rangers have the added challenge of travel after their victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Meanwhile, the Canadiens suffered a disappointing loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs despite a strong start, yet they maintain a solid record of 7-2-1 in their last 10 games. The Rangers, with a record of 6-2-2 during the same stretch, have shown improvement, particularly in their defensive play, which had previously been a weak point. Tonight’s matchup promises to be crucial for both teams as they push for playoff positioning.