New York Rangers vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction | NHL 19.01.26
Last Updated: Jan 20, 2026 10:38 AM
Monday, 19 Jan 2026
ANA -135
New York Rangers
W
L
L
L
L
21-22-6
VS
10:00 PM
Anaheim Ducks
W
W
W
L
L
24-21-3
Game Winner
Anaheim Ducks
Total Points
Under
6.5
Detailed Analysis
New York Rangers vs Anaheim Ducks Game Analysis | 19-01-2026 | NHL
This regular-season matchup on January 19, 2026, at 10:00 PM in Honda Center, Anaheim, pits the New York Rangers (21-22-6) against the Anaheim Ducks (24-21-3). The Rangers enter this contest with a sub-.500 record, indicative of a challenging season and a struggle for consistency, while the Ducks hold a slightly better standing, showing more resilience and competitive play thus far.
New York Rangers Team Performance
The New York Rangers have struggled to find consistent footing, reflected in their 21-22-6 record. Offensively, they rely heavily on the elite playmaking of Artemi Panarin (54 points, 36 assists) and the goal-scoring prowess of Mika Zibanejad (21 goals). However, their overall team depth and defensive stability have been questionable. The absence of key personnel due to injury further compounds these issues, placing additional strain on their core players to produce and maintain defensive integrity.
New York Rangers Key Players
- Points: Artemi Panarin (54)
- Goals: Mika Zibanejad (21)
- Assists: Artemi Panarin (36)
Injury Report New York Rangers
- Adam Fox (Injured reserve): Fox (lower body) will be placed on long-term injured reserve, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports Tuesday.
- Conor Sheary (Injured reserve): Placed on long-term injured reserve.
- Adam Edstrom (Injured reserve): Edstrom (lower body) was placed on long-term injured reserve Wednesday, Mollie Walker of the New York Post reports.
Anaheim Ducks Team Performance
The Anaheim Ducks, with a 24-21-3 record, have demonstrated a more competitive edge this season. Their offense is spearheaded by the impressive production of Cutter Gauthier (40 points, 20 goals) and the setup skills of Jackson LaCombe (24 assists). Despite recent injuries to significant offensive contributors, the Ducks have managed to maintain a respectable standing, leveraging home-ice advantage and a resilient team effort. Their goaltending, featuring Lukas Dostal, Ville Husso, and Petr Mrazek, will be crucial in this matchup.
Anaheim Ducks Key Players
- Points: Cutter Gauthier (40)
- Goals: Cutter Gauthier (20)
- Assists: Jackson LaCombe (24)
Injury Report Anaheim Ducks
- Leo Carlsson (Out): Carlsson (thigh) underwent a procedure Friday to address a Morel-Lavallee lesion on his left thigh and will miss 3-5 weeks.
- Frank Vatrano (Injured reserve): Vatrano (shoulder) is expected to miss the next six weeks, the team announced Wednesday.
Prediction: New York Rangers vs Anaheim Ducks
Considering the current form and significant injury situations, the Anaheim Ducks are predicted to emerge victorious. The Rangers’ defensive unit, already suspect, will be severely tested without the elite presence of Adam Fox. While the Ducks are also dealing with key offensive absences in Leo Carlsson and Frank Vatrano, their overall team performance has been more stable, and they hold the home-ice advantage. This matchup is also likely to be a lower-scoring affair, with the total goals predicted to go under the 6.5 line, primarily due to both teams missing offensive firepower and a potential emphasis on tighter defensive play.
Last 5 Games: NYR
Form:
WLLLL
VS
@ Philadelphia
W 6-3
PTS
21-22-6
GOL
Martin
AST
Zibanejad
VS
vs Ottawa
L 8-4
PTS
20-22-6
GOL
Quick
AST
Perreault
VS
vs Seattle
L 4-2
PTS
20-21-6
GOL
Quick
AST
Carrick
VS
@ Boston
L 10-2
PTS
20-20-6
GOL
Quick
AST
Zibanejad
VS
vs Buffalo
L 5-2
PTS
20-19-6
GOL
Quick
AST
Trocheck
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| @ Philadelphia | W 6-3 | 21-22-6 | Martin | Zibanejad |
| vs Ottawa | L 8-4 | 20-22-6 | Quick | Perreault |
| vs Seattle | L 4-2 | 20-21-6 | Quick | Carrick |
| @ Boston | L 10-2 | 20-20-6 | Quick | Zibanejad |
| vs Buffalo | L 5-2 | 20-19-6 | Quick | Trocheck |
Last 5 Games: ANA
Form:
WWWLL
VS
vs Los Angeles
W 2-1 OT
PTS
24-21-3
GOL
Husso
AST
Husso
VS
@ Los Angeles
W 3-2 SO
PTS
23-21-3
GOL
Dostal
AST
Sennecke
VS
vs Dallas
W 3-1
PTS
22-21-3
GOL
Dostal
AST
Dostal
VS
@ Buffalo
L 5-3
PTS
21-21-3
GOL
Dostal
AST
Carlsson
VS
@ Carolina
L 5-2
PTS
21-20-3
GOL
Husso
AST
McTavish
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Los Angeles | W 2-1 OT | 24-21-3 | Husso | Husso |
| @ Los Angeles | W 3-2 SO | 23-21-3 | Dostal | Sennecke |
| vs Dallas | W 3-1 | 22-21-3 | Dostal | Dostal |
| @ Buffalo | L 5-3 | 21-21-3 | Dostal | Carlsson |
| @ Carolina | L 5-2 | 21-20-3 | Husso | McTavish |
Written by Matt Dorsey
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