New York Rangers Playoffs 2027
The New York Rangers are 12-8-1, 25 points, 3rd in the Metropolitan. If the season ended today they would be the M3 seed and play the New Jersey Devils (M2) in the first round. Next: home to the Montréal Canadiens, Mon, Nov 16 · 7:30 PM EST on TNT/truTV.
CanadiensMon, Nov 16 · 7:30 PM EST · TNT/truTV
Devils M2Then the Hurricanes/Panthers winnerSeason Trend
Metropolitan Standings
| # | Team | GP | W-L-OTL | PTS | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Hurricanes | 20 | 15-4-1 | 31 | +36 |
| 2 | Devils | 20 | 14-6-0 | 28 | +16 |
| 3 | Rangers | 21 | 12-8-1 | 25 | +7 |
| 4 |  Capitals | 17 | 10-7-0 | 20 | 0 |
| 5 |  Islanders | 18 | 8-8-2 | 18 | 0 |
| 6 |  Penguins | 19 | 7-11-1 | 15 | -6 |
| 7 |  Flyers | 21 | 5-11-5 | 15 | -22 |
| 8 |  Blue Jackets | 17 | 7-10-0 | 14 | -12 |
Top three qualify; then the two best remaining teams in the conference take the wild cards. Full East playoff picture →
Rangers Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result / time |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 5 | vs Flyers | W 3-2 |
| Nov 7 | at  Kraken | W 4-3 |
| Nov 9 | at  Oilers | L 1-3 |
| Nov 11 | at  Flames | W 3-1 |
| Nov 13 | at  Canucks | W 5-1 |
| Nov 16 | vs Canadiens | 7:30 PM |
| Nov 22 | vs Hurricanes | 12:30 PM |
| Nov 25 | at  Sabres | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 27 | at  Blackhawks | 5:30 PM |
| Nov 28 | vs Flames | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 30 | vs Hurricanes | 7:00 PM |
| Dec 3 | vs  Sharks | 7:00 PM |
| Dec 5 | vs  Avalanche | 7:00 PM |
Times Eastern. Last five results and the next eight games.
This New York Rangers playoffs page refreshes after every Rangers game: record, points, division place, wild-card position and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
New York Rangers playoffs FAQ
Are the New York Rangers in a playoff spot?
Yes, as of today: they hold the M3 place. Nothing is clinched until no team below can catch them on points.
Who would the New York Rangers play in the first round?
The New Jersey Devils (M2), with home ice to the Devils.
When is the next Rangers game?
Mon, Nov 16 · 7:30 PM EST, home to the Montréal Canadiens, on TNT/truTV.
How many points are the Rangers on pace for?
100 points over 84 games at their current rate (.595 points percentage). The second wild card usually needs roughly 90 to 98 points.
Where do the Rangers rank in the Metropolitan?
3rd with 25 points; Carolina Hurricanes lead with 31.
How do NHL teams make the playoffs?
The top three in each division qualify, plus two wild cards per conference: the next two teams by points, regardless of division.