The New Jersey Devils are set to face off against the New York Rangers in a thrilling NHL matchup this Saturday at 3 p.m. ET at the Prudential Center. Both teams are currently positioned towards the bottom of the Eastern Conference, with the Devils holding the 15th spot at 31-29-2 and the Rangers close behind at 24-29-8.
Fans can catch the action live on ABC, with streaming options available on Fubo. For those wishing to attend the game in person, tickets can be purchased through StubHub.
In terms of player injuries, the Devils are facing some challenges with Zack MacEwen (ACL) and Stefan Noesen (knee) both out for the season, alongside Brett Pesce who’s sidelined due to a lower body injury. The Rangers are also navigating the absence of Matthew Rempe (thumb) and Jonathan Tanner Miller (upper body).
Key players to watch include Jesper Bratt for the Devils, who has accumulated 46 points this season with 13 goals and 33 assists, and Mika Zibanejad for the Rangers, who has netted 25 goals alongside 31 assists for a total of 56 points. In goal, the Devils’ Jacob Markstrom has recorded a goals-against average of 3.05 with 782 saves, while Igor Shesterkin of the Rangers boasts a .911 save percentage, ranking him among the top goaltenders in the league.
This matchup presents an exciting opportunity for both teams to improve their standings. As the season progresses, fans remain hopeful that their teams can turn things around and secure crucial victories in the games ahead.