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On this page from NJBetting.com, you will learn everything you need to know about New York Rangers odds in New Jersey, including the current affairs of the team, the steps required to bet on the New York Rangers on a sportsbook in New Jersey, and more.

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With a history dating back nearly 100 years, the New York Rangers are one of America’s oldest professional sports teams. Dating back to the 2004-05 NHL lockout, the New York Rangers have failed to make the postseason only three times, making one of the most successful franchises in recent NHL history.

In the 2022-23 NHL season, the Rangers finished the regular season with a record of 82-84, good enough to clinch the #3 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Unfortunately for Rangers’ fans, the appearance was brief, losing to the rival New Jersey Devils in seven games.

The 2023-24 regular season has picked up just where the last one left off, as they remain one of the best teams in the NHL. Led by left-winger Artemi Panarin who is one of the most prolific scorers in the league today, the Rangers’ are boosted by a strong scoring presence that includes Vincent Trocheck (C), Chris Kreider (LW), and Mika Zibanejad (C). In the net, Igor Shesterkin is the Rangers starting goalie and is one of the best in the Metropolitan division.

Steps to take to bet on the New York Rangers on a sportsbook in New Jersey

As the first state outside of Nevada to legalize the industry, sports betting in NJ has been around for over a decade. As such, the state has made it extremely easy to use online sportsbooks, including making a bet on the New York Rangers on a sportsbook in New Jersey. Continue reading for a quick guide on how to get involved.

  1. Get a Welcome Offer: With one of the biggest online sportsbook inventories in the country, New Jersey has 16 operators to choose from. Each has a full review right here at BettingNJ.com, where we highlight the top welcome offers available. All you have to do is click the “Get Bonus” button at the top of the page, to have the offer automatically applied to your new account.
  2. Sign up for Online Sportsbook in New Jersey: With the welcome offer mentioned in step #1 already applied to your account, the online sportsbook in NJ will now ask you to sign up for an account. Start by entering your login credentials such as username, email address, and password. Next, you’ll be asked to fill in your legal information such as your home address, first and last name, phone number, and the last four digits of your social security number.
  3. Agree to Terms: Now that you have entered all of your new account information, check the boxes to agree to the site’s terms and conditions and privacy policies. You’ll also be asked to sign up for marketing materials and more promotional offers, which will be optional opt-ins.
  4. Deposit Money: Thanks to the backing of the State of NJ and the regulation provided by the NJ Division of Gaming Enforcement, you have plenty of options when it comes to getting funds into your account. Choose the payment option that works best for you and deposit a minimum of $5 or $10 into your account, depending on the NJ Sportsbook. Deposit methods will include (but are not limited to) Venmo, PayPal, Debit Card, Wire Transfer, Bank Transfer, Physical Check, and more.
  5. Wager on the New York Rangers in New Jersey: Now that your NJ online sportsbook account has been finalized and funds deposited into your wallet, the time has come to place your first bet. To bet on the New York Rangers in New Jersey, navigate to the main menu > all sports > NHL. From here, you will see the upcoming New York Rangers game, where you have a few different bet types available. Continue reading to learn the different ways you can bet on the New York Rangers in New Jersey.

Bet types that are available for the New York Rangers

New sports bettors might think there is only one way to bet on NHL hockey, but the factor of the matter is there are more than a few. Below is a quick example of just a few of the bet types that are available for the New York Rangers when it comes to wagering.

  • Puck Line: Another way to say the “Point Spread” in other sports, a Puck Line refers to how many goals oddsmakers in NJ expect a team to win (or lose) by. If a team has a positive sign (+) next to their odds, they’re expected to lose the game (underdogs) while the negative sign (-) represents the team expected to win the game (favorites).

Example: New York Rangers (-1.5) vs. Seattle Kraken (+1.5). In this scenario, the Rangers have to beat the Western Conference’s Kraken by at least two goals for Rangers’ Puck Line wagers to be considered winners. A score of Rangers 4-2 would make the final score, for betting purposes, Rangers 4 Kraken 3.5, thus making the Rangers winners against the spread (Puck Line).

  • Moneyline: Betting on a moneyline is simply betting on which team will win the game, at the given odds. If a team has a negative number (favorite) listed next to their odds, you’ll have to risk more to win less, versus a positive number (underdog) representing you’ll have to bet less to win more.

Example: New York Rangers (-165) vs. New York Islanders (+150). In this scenario, the Rangers are favorites against their cross-town rivals Islanders, with a bettor having to lay $165 to win $100 on the Rangers. In this example, the better would have $265 returned to their account ($165 risked + $100 won).

  • Total: This is the total number of goals expected by oddsmakers scored in a game, no matter which team is the winner. Said another way, the total is arrived at by combining the number of goals each team in a given game scores.

Example: New York Rangers vs. Boston Bruins (O/U 6). In this scenario, there would have to be more than six total goals scored between the Rangers and Bruins for the “Over” to be graded a winner. If there were less than six goals scored (i.e. Rangers 4 Bruins 1, Rangers 2 Bruins 0, etc.), the “Under” would be graded a winner. If there were exactly six goals scored, the bet would be graded a “Push” and your risked funds would be returned.

  • Futures: A bet on a “Futures” market is betting on the outcome of a season-long wager such as who will win a certain NHL Award, the Stanley Cup, Conference, Division, Regular Season wins, and more. A futures wager that can be made before the NHL season starts, as well as throughout the season when the teams are not on the ice.

Example: New York Rangers to Win the Eastern Conference (+900). In this scenario, you are making a bet on the Rangers to win the Eastern Conference and head to the Stanley Cup Finals. If you make a $100 wager at these odds, you’ll win $1,000 if the Rangers win the Eastern Conference ($100 risked + $900 won).

What are some ways to watch or stream the New York Rangers in New Jersey?

If you are a fan of the New York Rangers and live in New Jersey, you have a few different options when it comes to watching your team in action. Residents of The Garden State can tune into non-nationally televised games on their local regional sports network, MSG Network/MSG Sportsnet.

If you have cut the cord and are using a streaming service, you’ll have to have Fubo or DIRECTV STREAM as they are the only two offering MSG Network/MSG Sportsbet. If the game is on national television, it can be viewed on TBS, TNT, NHL Network, or ESPN, all of which are available on Fubo, DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu+ Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.

The New York Rangers’ home stadium

Since the team’s founding in 1926, the New York Rangers have played their home games at Madison Square Garden. The original Garden opened its doors in 1879, where it remained until the second Garden was opened in 1890. The third Madison Square Garden then hosted the Rangers until it closed its doors in 1969, as the Rangers moved down the street into the modern-day Madison Square Garden. 

Officially opening on February 11, 1968, with a final construction cost of $123 million. Renovations were completed in 1991 and 2013, costing $200 million and $1 billion, respectively, which in addition to bolstering the facilities raised the max capacity to 20,789. For hockey games, such as those for the New York Rangers, the capacity is listed at 18,006.

Located at 4 Pennsylvania Place in New York City, Madison Square Garden sits directly next to Penn Station, which can be reached by Amtrak, LIRR, NJ Transit, and the New York City Subway. Designed and architected by the famed Charles Luckman Associates and Brisbin Brook Benyon Architects, the arena remains one of the most iconic in all professional sports.

How can I purchase tickets to see the New York Rangers play

If you are a New York Rangers fan in New Jersey (or elsewhere) looking to go see your team play, there are a few different ways to make it to Madison Square Garden. Below are just a few, which include both direct and indirect ways.

Direct

Resellers

  • SeatGeek
  • StubHub
  • Vivid Seats
  • Ticketmaster
  • Gametime
  • TickPick

Do the New York Rangers have any official partnerships with sportsbooks?

As part of their arrangement with Madison Square Garden Arena and MSG Networks, the New York Rangers inked an official sports betting partnership with Caesars Sportsbook NJ in November 2021. In addition to advertisements placed throughout the arena, Caesars also opened up a Caesars Sportsbook Lounge, which plays host to a VIP hospitality experience for their Caesars Rewards members.

The deal with Caesars came just weeks after the announcement of a sportsbook partnership with BetMGM Sportsbook in NJ, a multi-year deal. Like the Caesars deal, the partnership allowed BetMGM to place its logo and advertisements throughout the video boards and balconies at MSG Arena.

Yes, wagering on the New York Rangers is legal in New Jersey and has been for nearly half a decade. On June 11, 2018, the state of New Jersey signed sports betting into legislation, as inked by then-Governor Phil Murphy.

From the start, betting on the New York Rangers odds in New Jersey was a hit, as residents of The Garden State had plenty of options in terms of getting involved. Fast forward to now, and there are 16 online sportsbooks in New Jersey to choose from including FanDuel, DraftKings, Caesars, BetRivers, BetMGM, Bet365, Tipico, Superbook, Betway, Borgata, Unibet, PointsBet, ESPN Bet, betParx, Hard Rock, and Golden Nugget.

History of the New York Rangers

Dating back just inside of 100 years, the New York Rangers have been a staple of the American professional sports scene. Today, we here at NJBetting.com take a quick look at the storied history of the New York Rangers, going from their formation to the modern-day team.

  • 1926: American boxing promoter Tex Richard founded the team as one of the Original Six teams which included the Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, and Toronto Maple Leafs.
  • 1928: In just their second season, the New York Rangers won the second-ever Stanley Cup behind head coach Lester Patrick and stars Bill Cook, Frank Boucher, and Murray Murdoch.
  • 1933: After struggling through the first couple years of the 1930s, the Rangers punched through once again, winning their second Stanley Cup over the Toronto Maple Leafs in five games. Once again, Patrick, Cook, and Boucher were at the center of the success.
  • 1940: Following a regular season that saw them finish with the #2 seed in the Eastern Conference, the Rangers beat the Bruins, claiming a bye until the Stanley Cup Finals. Facing the Toronto Maple Leafs once again, beating them in game six to win their third Stanley Cup.
  • 1968: In what was the fourth iteration of the Madison Square Garden, The Garden we know today officially opened its doors. From day one, up until today, it was home to the New York Rangers and one of the most iconic arenas in American history.
  • 1994: Following a drought of just over 50 years, making the Stanley Cup Finals but not winning a few times in the time between, the Rangers once again brought home the Stanley Cup. This team was led by future Hall of Famer Mark Messier, who was complimented by Mike Richter and Brian Leetch, amongst others. Their fourth Stanley Cup placed the team in rarefied air in the NHL.
  • 2014: Starting with a trade for Tampa Bay captain Martin St. Louis, the Rangers went on a run in the 2013-14 season that would end with yet another Stanley Cup Finals appearance. With a stellar regular season which included a franchise record 25 away game wins, the Rangers beat the Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, and Pittsburgh Penguins to set up their Stanley Cup Finals appearance vs. the Los Angeles Kings. Losing in five games, it remains the Rangers' most recent appearance in the Stanley Cup.

FAQ

How do playoffs and finals odds differ for the New York Rangers?

Playoffs and finals odds differ for the New York Rangers depending on how the team is playing at the time. If they are one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference, but not the NHL, their odds throughout the Eastern Conference playoffs will be lower than when they meet their Western Conference foes in the Stanley Cup Finals.

What are the historical trends in betting on the New York Rangers?

Over the past five seasons, the New York Rangers have an against-the-spread (ATS), or Puck Line, percentage of 55.4%. They have played better on the road during that time, with an away ATS % of 59.9% (vs. 50.9% at home).

How does the New York Rangers' home vs. away performance affect betting?

Over the past five seasons, the Rangers are nearly 10% better against the Puck Line when they are on the road compared to their home performances.

What are the best online platforms for betting on the New York Rangers?

Some of the best online platforms for betting on the New York Rangers include FanDuel Sportsbook NJ, Caesars Sportsbook NJ, BetMGM Sportsbook NJ, and DraftKings Sportsbook NJ.

How do I analyze the New York Rangers' odds for future games?

The best way to analyze the New York Rangers’ odds for future games is to check the latest odds available at one of New Jersey’s 16 legally operating online sportsbooks. Your options, all of which have full-scale reviews right here at NJBetting.com, include FanDuel, DraftKings, Caesars, BetRivers, BetMGM, Bet365, Tipico, Superbook, Betway, Borgata, Unibet, PointsBet, ESPN Bet, betParx, Hard Rock, and Golden Nugget.

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Johnny Covers

Johnny Covers

Johnny Covers is as a researcher and sports betting expert at Betting NJ. With nearly a decade of experience in the sports betting field, he specializes in analysis and handicapping. His extensive expertise has been featured in a variety of publications including All-In Magazine, Blitz Predict, FantasyPros, Betting Pros, Sportsbook Review, Golf Monthly, and OddsChecker.