Sun Feb 02 22:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Vegas Golden Knights Favored to Beat Rangers in Madison Square Garden Showdown

**New York, NY** – The struggling New York Rangers (24-23-4) will host the slightly less struggling Vegas Golden Knights (31-15-6) on Sunday at Madison Square Garden. Puck drop is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET, and the game will be streamed on ESPN+.

Both teams enter the matchup on losing streaks. The Rangers have dropped their last three, including a 6-3 defeat against the Boston Bruins Saturday. The Golden Knights have lost three of their last four, most recently a 2-1 overtime loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Despite their recent struggles, the Golden Knights are favored to win, according to BetMGM Sportsbook. The odds reflect the belief that Vegas goalie Adin Hill (19-9-4, 2.65 GAA, .901 SV%) presents a significant upgrade over the Rangers’ expected starter, Jonathan Quick (6-5-2, 3.11 GAA, .897 SV%). Quick had a rough January, and the Rangers will be playing the second game of a back-to-back, while the Golden Knights had Thursday off. The Rangers’ home record also contributes to Vegas’s favorable odds, with the Rangers only 12-11-2 at Madison Square Garden this season.

While the expert prediction leans toward a Vegas moneyline victory, the over/under is considered a toss-up, with recent performance and goaltending making a strong prediction difficult.

The Rangers and Golden Knights previously met once this season, with the Rangers winning 2-1 on the road. Sunday’s game will offer a chance for the Golden Knights to even the season series. The game is generating considerable interest, and fans are encouraged to check local listings for broadcast details.

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