Head to Head: Arizona Coyotes Look to Upset New York Rangers in First Matchup of the Season
The Arizona Coyotes face off against the New York Rangers in an important game for each team to kick-start the season. Both teams are playing strongly, with the Coyotes
Game outlook
The Arizona Coyotes face off against the New York Rangers in an important game for each team to kick-start the season. Both teams are playing strongly, with the Coyotes winning their opening night game 4-3 in overtime and the Rangers winning their first game 5-1. The Coyotes are looking to stay competitive in the Central Division while the Rangers aim to make up ground in the Metropolitan Division. New York is the favorite opening at -224, according to betting experts, and the line has not moved.
Game Info
When: Monday, 10/16/2023 @ 7:00pm EST
Where: Madison Square Garden Stadium Coyotes vs Rangers Betting Odds Moneyline: Coyotes +198 | Rangers -224
Spread: Coyotes +1.5 (-120) | Rangers -1.5 (+100)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 69%.
Arizona Coyotes
The Arizona Coyotes are off to an encouraging start with four goals scored in their opening victory. Nick Schmaltz and Clayton Keller were specifically impressive, each contributing a goal and an assist while Logan Cooley added four assists. Mathew Dumba and Sean Durzi combined for two goals from the blue line, opening up the offense. Despite having a successful start on the offensive side, the defensive unit could improve after allowing three goals in their recent game. Goaltender Karel Vejmelka recorded 33 saves on the 36 shots he faced. With a power ranking of 25, the Coyotes rank #9 in the offense (4.00 average points per game) and #14 in the defense (3.00 average points per game). They are currently 1-0 on the season. The Coyotes have scored four goals in their season-opening victory Nick Schmaltz and Clayton Keller recorded a goal and an assist each Logan Cooley added four assists Mathew Dumba and Sean Durzi contributed two goals from the blue line Karel Vejmelka saved 33 shots of the 36 he faced They rank #9 in offense, scoring 4.00 points per game and #14 in defense, allowing 3.00 points per game