Projected Lineups: Rangers vs. Ducks Showdown
The upcoming matchup between the Rangers and the Ducks promises to be an exciting encounter. Both teams are gearing up for this clash, set for 10 p.m. ET. The Rangers, with a record of 21 wins, 22 losses, and 6 overtime losses, face off against the Ducks, who hold a record of 24 wins, 21 losses, and 3 overtime losses.
Projected Lineups: Rangers vs. Ducks Showdown
Rangers’ Projected Lineup
- J.T. Miller — Mika Zibanejad — Gabe Perreault
- Artemi Panarin — Vincent Trocheck — Alexis Lafreniere
- Brennan Othmann — Noah Laba — Will Cuylle
- Taylor Raddysh — Sam Carrick — Jonny Brodzinski
- Vladislav Gavrikov — Braden Schneider
- Matthew Robertson — Will Borgen
- Urho Vaakanainen — Scott Morrow
- Spencer Martin (starting goaltender)
The Rangers have some players unavailable due to injuries. Notably, Igor Shesterkin and Adam Fox are both sidelined with lower body injuries, while Conor Sheary has also been ruled out for the game.
Ducks’ Projected Lineup
- Chris Kreider — Mason McTavish — Ryan Strome
- Alex Killorn — Mikael Granlund — Beckett Sennecke
- Jeffrey Viel — Ryan Poehling — Cutter Gauthier
- Ross Johnston — Tim Washe — Ian Moore
- Jackson LaCombe — Jacob Trouba
- Pavel Mintyukov — Drew Helleson
- Olen Zellweger — Radko Gudas
- Lukas Dostal (starting goaltender)
On the injury front, the Ducks have several key players missing. Frank Vatrano is out with a fractured shoulder, while Petr Mrazek, Leo Carlsson, and Troy Terry are also sidelined with various ailments.
Status Report
Rangers defenseman Carson Soucy returned for the morning skate after missing earlier practices, but he is not expected to play. Coach Mike Sullivan has opted to start Spencer Martin against the Ducks, allowing Jonathan Quick to face his previous team, the Los Angeles Kings, in their next matchup. It’s also worth noting that Chris Kreider will make his return after missing two games due to illness.
This game is critical for both teams as they push for better standings in the league. The Rangers will look to capitalize on their strengths while the Ducks aim to maintain their momentum. Fans can catch all the action live on MSG and KCOP-13.
