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Rangers vs Islanders

Rangers and Islanders Set for Crucial Showdown

New York Rangers

New York Rangers vs New York Islanders

February 25th 2025 | 7:00 PM EST | UBS Arena, Elmont, NY

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Battle of New York intensifies as playoff race heats up

Grade A: New York Rangers Moneyline (-110)

The New York Rangers, fresh off a 5-3 victory over Pittsburgh, are set to face their cross-town rivals, the New York Islanders, at UBS Arena. The Rangers have won four of their last six games, with forward J.T. Miller contributing four goals and four assists in his recent performances. In contrast, the Islanders have struggled, losing four of their past five games while allowing over four goals per game. Historically, the Rangers lead the series with a 139-126-19-10 record against the Islanders. Given the Rangers' recent momentum and the Islanders' defensive lapses, betting on the Rangers' moneyline at -110 is advisable, earning this wager an A grade for its high potential return and likelihood of success.

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Cross-town rivals battle for playoff positioning

Grade B+: New York Rangers Puckline -1.5 (+215)

The New York Rangers, aiming to build on their recent 5-3 victory over Pittsburgh, face the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. The Rangers have alternated wins and losses in their last four games, with Artemi Panarin leading the team at 59 points. In contrast, the Islanders have lost four of their past five games, including a 4-3 defeat to Dallas. Historically, the Rangers hold a slight edge in the series. Given the Rangers' recent form and the Islanders' struggles, betting on the Rangers to cover the puck line at +215 offers substantial value, earning this wager a B+ grade for its potential return and likelihood of success.

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Key injuries could slow down the scoring in this rivalry

Grade B+: Under 6 Total Goals

The Rangers and Islanders meet in a heated rivalry game with both teams fighting to stay in the playoff picture. The Blueshirts may be without forward Chris Kreider, who is dealing with an upper-body injury, while the Isles are still adjusting to life without Mathew Barzal, who remains sidelined indefinitely. Both teams have struggled offensively in recent outings, with the Rangers averaging just 2.6 goals per game over their last five and the Islanders managing only 2.4 in the same span. With both offenses potentially limited, betting on the under 6 goals is the smart play, earning this wager a B+ grade for its strong likelihood based on team form and injuries.

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