Stanley Cup ECF (G2): Panthers vs Rangers Score Prediction

On Friday, Game Two of the best-of-seven series between the Florida Panthers and the New York Rangers will take place. Madison Square Garden will host this Eastern Conference Finals game. The Florida Panthers lead the series 1-0 after a shutout victory on Wednesday. Let’s get to our Panthers vs Rangers score prediction:

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Game Details and Betting Pick

Florida Panthers vs New York Rangers Information

Before our Panthers score prediction and Rangers game analysis, some information on both NHL teams:

Florida Panthers (52-24-6) vs New York Rangers (55-23-4)

Location of the game: Madison Square Garden; New York, NY

Date & Time: Friday May 24th, 2024; 8:00 pm EST

Where to Watch: ESPN

Previous Meeting: The Florida Panthers beat the New York Rangers 3-0 on May 22nd, 2024.

Panthers vs Rangers Picks

Final Score Prediction: Panthers 2-3 Rangers.
Pick: New York Rangers -105 and UNDER 5.5 goals

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The Panthers were outstanding in their Game 1 win, bringing their postseason record to 9-3. They eliminated the Tampa Bay Lightning in five games and the Boston Bruins in six, and now have the top-seeded Rangers down 1-0. Florida finished the regular season with a 52-24-6 record, winning the Atlantic Division.

For the New York Rangers, this is the first time they have trailed in a playoff series. They swept the Capitals in four games and then defeated Carolina in six games, making their postseason record 8-3. The Rangers finished the NHL regular season standings with a 55-23-4 record and won the President’s Trophy.

Florida Panthers vs New York Rangers Recent Scores

Florida Panthers Last 5

May 10th, 2024: 6-2 win at Boston Bruins
May 12th, 2024: 3-2 win at Boston Bruins
May 14th, 2024: 2-1 loss to Boston Bruins
May 17th, 2024: 2-1 win at Boston Bruins
May 22nd, 2024: 3-0 win at New York Rangers

New York Rangers Last 5

May 9th, 2024: 3-2 win in overtime at Carolina Hurricanes
May 11th, 2024: 4-3 loss at Carolina Hurricanes
May 13th, 2024: 4-1 loss to Carolina Hurricanes
May 16th, 2024: 5-3 win at Carolina Hurricanes
May 22nd, 2024: 3-0 loss to Florida Panthers

Last Game Records for Florida Panthers vs New York Rangers

In the 3-0 win for Florida on Wednesday, Sergi Bobrovsky made 23 saves. Matthew Tkachuk picked up the game-winner at the 16:26 mark of the first period. The Rangers never had a great opportunity to score.

Florida Panthers vs New York Rangers Odds Breakdown

The latest NHL Odds to help with your NHL Picks:

1Moneyline:

Florida Panthers -115, New York Rangers -105

2Total:

5.5 goals

3Puckline:

Florida Panthers -1.5 (+210), New York Rangers +1.5 (-300)

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Florida Panthers vs New York Rangers Betting Preview

Florida Panthers

Sergei Bobrovsky recorded a shutout with 23 saves, dominating Game 1 for the Florida Panthers. Matthew Tkachuk opened the scoring with a first-period goal. The score remained 1-0 until the third period when Connor Verhaeghe extended the lead to 2-0, and Sam Bennett sealed the victory with an empty-net goal.

Bobrovsky has been outstanding in the postseason. Despite allowing six goals in a loss to Tampa and four in a loss to Boston, he has held opponents to two goals or fewer in nine of his 12 playoff games. During the regular season, Bobrovsky was 36-17-4 with a 2.37 goals-against average.

Tkachuk and Reinhart, Florida’s top point scorers in the regular season, have continued their strong performance in the playoffs. Tkachuk tallied a goal and four assists against Boston, while Reinhart contributed two goals and four assists.

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New York Rangers

For the New York Rangers, this is their first taste of adversity in the postseason. Goaltender Igor Shesterkin performed solidly, but his two goals allowed resulted in a loss. Shesterkin is now 8-3 in the postseason but has given up 12 goals in his last four games, raising some concerns.

Artemi Panarin, Vincent Trocheck, and Chris Kreider have led the offense of the New York Rangers in the playoffs. Panarin and Kreider each have 10 points, while Trocheck leads the team with 14. Kreider notably scored a hat trick in the Game 6 victory against Carolina.

During the regular season, the Rangers were one of the top-scoring teams in the NHL, averaging 3.39 goals per game. Their power play was highly effective, ranking third in the league with a success rate of over 26%.

Florida Panthers vs New York Rangers Pick and Prediction

The New York Rangers have been the best team in the National Hockey League all season. The Rangers are not getting a ton of love, and continue to be the underdog. We like them to even this series up before it heads to South Florida. The Rangers use their talent and skill to win this game at home. Our final betting pick is the New York Rangers -105 over the Florida Panthers and the UNDER 5.5!