After a three game road trip that saw the Rangers go 2-1-0 on, the team is back home for the first of four divisional clashes with the Philadelphia Flyers this season. Undergoing a transitional phase, most in the world of hockey media expected the Flyers to struggle immensely. John Tortorella was hired as the team’s latest head coach, and he’s gotten his group off to a surprising 5-2-1 start on the back of strong play from goaltender Carter Hart.
Tonight’s game is the first of a four game home stand for New York, with clashes against Boston, Detroit, and the Islanders looming over the next week.