Fansided · Aug 9, 2025
Devils-Rangers Hudson River Rivalry is the best in the NHL right now
The New Jersey Devils and the New York Rangers rivalry is the best one on the ice going into he t2025-26 season. Here's why and also how it's crucial to the league's history.
New York Rangers v New Jersey Devils | Elsa/GettyImagesThe New Jersey Devils versus the New York Rangers rivalry could often be called the best rivalry the NHL has to offer.
This is because it has everything a great rivalry needs. From history, good geography, rosters built to clash and playoff drama, it really does have it all. Let's also remember that these two iconic league franchises are also only separated by less than 15 miles of the Hudson River.
Here's how this particular rivalry is also surrounded by history.