Though the Blackhawks broke New York’s winning streak, the Rangers have a chance to finish their season’s first quarter on a high note. While it’s only November, these two division rivals are already meeting for the third time. The Rangers might want to make this one count since they won’t get another crack against Columbus until March.
The Metropolitan Division appears set for a year long dog fight with no clear front runner. New York currently sits one point back of the Washington Capitals for the last playoff spot in the East, but they’re only five back of the division leading New Jersey Devils.