The Rangers (66 points) have a huge game against the Carolina Hurricanes that may impact decisions made by the deadline. If the Rangers can win tonight they will only be 4 points out of the last wild card spot held by Carolina with 72 points. They will also need help with an Islanders loss to Detroit, otherwise they will remain 6 points out. A loss would be damaging and put them 8 points out.
Playoff Odds
Last night the Flyers beat the Blue Jackets, but it was in overtime. So both teams gained a point and dropped the Rangers a point to 22.