Rangers and Flames Face Off: Projected Lineups for Tonight's Game

The New York Rangers visit the Scotiabank Saddledome tonight to take on the Calgary Flames, with puck drop scheduled for 8:00 PM ET. Both teams are looking to improve their recent performances, setting the stage for a potentially exciting match.

Rangers Aim to Rebound on the Road

The New York Rangers (3-4-2) are aiming to bounce back after a 6-5 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks. Despite the recent setback, the Rangers have demonstrated strength on the road, holding a 3-0-1 record.

Here's a look at the projected lineup for the New York Rangers:

• Forwards:
  • Conor Sheary - Mika Zibanejad - Alexis Lafreniere
  • Will Cuylle - Noah Laba - Brennan Othmann
  • Adam Edstrom - Sam Carrick - Juuso Parssinen
• Defense:
  • Vladislav Gavrikov - Adam Fox
  • Matthew Robertson - Will Borgen
  • Carson Soucy - Braden Schneider
• Goaltenders:
  • Igor Shesterkin (Likely Starter)
  • Jonathan Quick

Jonny Brodzinski and Urho Vaakanainen are expected to be scratched. Vincent Trocheck (upper body) and Matt Rempe (upper body) are currently injured. Brennan Othmann was recalled from the Hartford Wolf Pack and is expected to replace Rempe, who sustained an upper-body injury.

Flames Seek to Break Losing Streak at Home

The Calgary Flames (1-7-1) are struggling, having lost their last eight games. They are also winless at home (0-3-1) and are eager to turn things around in front of their fans.

Here's the projected lineup for the Calgary Flames:

• Forwards:
  • Jonathan Huberdeau - Nazem Kadri - Morgan Frost
  • Joel Farabee - Connor Zary - Yegor Sharangovich
  • Samuel Honzek - Mikael Backlund - Blake Coleman
  • Ryan Lomberg - Justin Kirkland - Adam Klapka
• Defense:
  • Kevin Bahl - Rasmus Andersson
  • Jake Bean - MacKenzie Weegar
  • Joel Hanley - Zayne Parekh
• Goaltenders:
  • Dustin Wolf (Likely Starter)
  • Devin Cooley

Brayden Pachal and Matt Coronato are expected to be scratched. Martin Pospisil is currently injured with an undisclosed injury. Coach Ryan Huska stated that Coronato is being scratched to "reset and catch his breath" but is expected to play in the next game. Morgan Frost will move to the top line on right wing, and Justin Kirkland will center the fourth line after sitting out the previous game. Dryden Hunt was assigned to Calgary of the AHL.

Players to Watch

For the Rangers, Mika Zibanejad and Adam Fox have been key contributors, with Zibanejad leading the team with 8 points (5 goals, 3 assists) and Fox recording 7 points (3 goals, 4 assists) in the last 10 games. Goaltender Igor Shesterkin has a 1.63 goals-against average and a .939 save percentage.

For the Flames, Nazem Kadri leads the team with four points. Blake Coleman has contributed three goals.

Odds and Predictions

The Rangers are favored to win, with a moneyline of -120, implying a 55% chance of victory. The Flames are listed as underdogs at -100. The over/under for total goals is set at 5.5. Several predictions suggest a Rangers victory, with a final score prediction of 3-1. The Rangers' strong defense and goaltending are expected to give them an edge.