Florida Panthers @ New York Rangers | Week 5 Game Preview
Florida Panthers @ New York Rangers
When: Monday, November 8, 2021 at 7:00pm E.T.
Where: Madison Square Garden, New York, New York
How: MSG+, BSFL
Spread: Panthers (-113)
Total: 5.5
Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook
The 6-3-3 New York Rangers return home from a four-game road trip to host the 10-0-1 Florida Panthers on Monday. New York lost its last three games while Florida has yet to lose in regulation this season.
Panthers Spotlight:
The Panthers should be better than -115 favorites. Their only loss was in a shootout on the second half of a back-to-back. Offensively, the Panthers are averaging 4.2 goals per game and have convincingly beaten top teams across the league including the Lightning, Hurricanes, Bruins, Islanders and Capitals to name a few. Defensively, The Panthers have allowed two or fewer goals in seven of 11 games this season which lines up well with the Rangers, who have scored two or fewer goals in six of 12 games.
Rangers Spotlight:
New York is returning home, but it will be its third game in four nights. Offensively, the Rangers are averaging 2.4 goal per game which ranks near the bottom. Defensively, the Rangers are middle of the pack letting in an average of 2.8 goals per game.
Final Say:
Florida may be the best team in the league right now, and are coming off an impressive 5-2 win over the hurricanes. The Rangers have lost their last three games and were embarrassed by Calgary 6-0 Saturday night. The Panthers have allowed two or fewer goals in seven of 11 games this season, and are outscoring opponents 46-24. Panthers stay undefeated.
Pick: Panthers (-125)
