Seattle Kraken vs Ny Rangers Picks and Predictions November 17th 2024

The Rangers and Kraken are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Kraken will host the game at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. The Rangers are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Kraken. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.

New York vs. Seattle Key Information

• Teams: Rangers at Kraken
• Where: Climate Pledge Arena Seattle
• Date: Sunday, November 17th
• Betting Odds NYR -189 | SEA +160 O/U 6

The Rangers Can Win If…

The Rangers improved to 10-4-1 with a 5-2 win over the Islanders. Entering the game as -1.5 goal favorites, the Rangers covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed the game over the line.

Four different Rangers found the net, with Artemi Panarin leading the way, scoring twice. Chris Kreider opened the scoring at 16:16 in the first period, giving the Rangers a lead they never gave up.

Artemi Panarin led the Rangers with two goals in their 5-2 win over the Islanders, including his 9th of the season on an empty net. Chris Kreider got things started with his 8th goal, a shorthanded effort in the first period. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal, while Adam Edstrom netted his first of the season.

Mika Zibanejad contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 8 this season. The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal and scored once on the power play. They had 14 giveaways in the game.

Defensively, the Rangers will look to build off their previous performance, where they gave up just 2 goals to the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves, finishing with a 94.6% save percentage. New York’s defense also recorded 10 takeaways, 19 hits, and 18 blocks.

• Over their last three games, the Rangers have gone 2-1 straight up. This includes going 1-2 vs. the puck line and posting an over-under mark of 1-2.
• The Rangers have gone 6-4 over their last ten regular season games. Across these games, their puck line record was just 3-7, while posting an over-under record of 5-5.

The Kraken Can Win If…

Following a 2-0 loss to the Bruins, the Kraken are now 9-8-1 this season. Seattle’s defense struggled early, allowing both goals in the first period, with the first coming just 3:23 into the game.

The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined 2 goals fell well short. Seattle, as the underdog, failed to cover the puck line. The Kraken’s offense was shut out, managing 23 shots on goal.

Seattle’s offense was shut out in their 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the back of the net, marking the first time this season they’ve been held scoreless.

Seattle struggled with giveaways, committing 19 in the game. They were also unable to capitalize on the power play and didn’t score any shorthanded or empty-net goals.

Defensively, the Kraken allowed the first goal just 3:23 into the game and another at the 10:03 mark of the first period. However, they tightened up after that, not conceding again. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits.

• Through their last three games, the Kraken have a record of 3-0. In addition, their puck line record over this stretch is 2-1 while posting a 1-2 over-under mark.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Kraken have gone 5-5 straight up. Their record against the puck line in this stretch is 4-6 to go along with an over-under mark of 4-6.

The Lean

If you’re interested in a pure moneyline wager, then the Rangers is the preferred option. However, with a payout of -189, it might be worth considering this bet as a component of a larger parlay.

If you’re looking for my recommendation on the puck line, I suggest taking the Kraken to cover. Even if the Rangers manage to win outright, this game is expected to remain competitive, and the Kraken should cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 6 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

Rangers Open Pacific Northwest Road Trip Against Red-Hot Kraken

The New York Rangers (12-4-1) begin a challenging four-game road trip Sunday night against the Seattle Kraken (9-5-2) at Climate Pledge Arena. The Rangers will likely be without third-line center Filip Chytil, who suffered an upper-body injury in Thursday’s 3-2 win over the San Jose Sharks.

Rangers’ Adjustments Without Filip Chytil

Chytil’s absence leaves a void on the Rangers’ third line, where he has been pivotal alongside Will Cuylle and Kaapo Kakko. Through 15 games, Chytil has contributed nine points (four goals, five assists) and maintained an impressive plus-11 rating. His status remains uncertain for the rest of the trip, which includes stops in Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton.

“We’re always careful with players,” coach Peter Laviolette said. “Nobody jumps back without doctors and everybody doing their job.”

Despite Chytil’s absence, the Rangers enter the game with momentum. Mika Zibanejad snapped his nine-game goalless drought with a crucial tally against the Sharks, while Artemi Panarin extended his point streak to six games (three goals, eight assists).

Goaltender Igor Shesterkin also delivered a strong performance on Thursday, making 25 saves to help the Rangers secure their fourth win in five games.

Kraken Riding Home Dominance

The Kraken are aiming for a sweep of New York teams after a 3-2 win over the Islanders on Saturday afternoon. The victory marked Seattle’s fourth straight home win, improving their record to 4-0-0 during their current six-game homestand.

Seattle’s defenseman Jamie Oleksiak sealed the win with a third-period slap shot, demonstrating the team’s ability to generate offense from its blue line. The Kraken’s depth was on full display, with the fourth line of Brandon Tanev, Yanni Gourde, and Tye Kartye setting up Oleksiak’s game-winner.

“The Gourde-Tanev-Kartye line has been really good for us,” Oleksiak said. “We stuck to what’s been giving us success.”

Jared McCann continued his offensive surge, extending his point streak to five games (four goals, three assists), while Joey Daccord made 28 saves in net.

Key Matchups

Rangers’ Depth vs. Kraken’s Fourth Line

With Chytil sidelined, the Rangers will need strong contributions from their bottom-six forwards. Seattle’s fourth line, led by Gourde, has been a driving force during their win streak and will test New York’s depth.

Goaltending Duel

Shesterkin’s consistent play will be crucial for the Rangers, while Seattle’s goaltending tandem of Daccord and Philipp Grubauer has been instrumental during their homestand.

Special Teams Battle

The Rangers boast one of the league’s top power plays, while the Kraken’s penalty kill has been strong in recent games. Controlling penalties and capitalizing on man-advantage opportunities could decide the game.

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Outlook

Both teams enter Sunday’s clash with momentum, but the Rangers face the challenge of maintaining their strong start to the season without a key player in Chytil. Meanwhile, the Kraken’s home-ice dominance and balanced attack give them the edge as they look to extend their winning streak.

Prediction: Kraken 3, Rangers 2 (OT)