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New York Rangers (NYR)

Eastern – Metropolitan • Record: 7-4-1 (PTS 15)
Holding Metropolitan #2 — trying to stay ahead of New Jersey Devils (next in Metropolitan)
Magic # 145
Tragic # 148
On pace for 105 points • playoff line ≈ 97 points
+8 ahead of the line
Playoff odds 71.3%
Top 3 in division 61.8% • Wild card 9.5% • Division title 16.0%
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Can't clinch for at least 37 more games. Can't be eliminated for at least 37 more games. Scenarios →

Tonight’s rooting guide


Live rooting guide — it updates as games go final, so items may disappear.
Showing remaining games that can still affect your numbers.
Your game
  • If New York Rangers beat Ottawa Senators in regulation tonight, your Magic number -2.
    Magic -2
  • If New York Rangers beat Ottawa Senators in OT/SO tonight, your Magic number -2.
    Magic -2
  • If New York Rangers lose to Ottawa Senators in regulation tonight, your Tragic number -2.
    Tragic -2
  • If New York Rangers lose to Ottawa Senators in OT/SO tonight, your Magic number -1 and your Tragic number -1.
    Magic -1Tragic -1
Dig deeper: what-if explorer

What-if explorer

Drag the sliders — the numbers recalculate instantly using the site's real playoff math.
If New York Rangers go 6-4-0 while New Jersey Devils go 6-4:
Magic # 145 → 125Magic -12 Tragic # 148 → 140Tragic -8
Assumes these games come against teams outside your race; every other rival's record stays as-is.
Frequently asked questions

What is the New York Rangers magic number right now?

The New York Rangers magic number is currently 145. Any combination of New York Rangers points and losses by the team chasing them that adds up to 145 clinches a playoff spot.

What is the New York Rangers tragic number?

The New York Rangers tragic number is 148. When it hits 0 the team is mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. It shrinks when the New York Rangers lose or when the team chasing them gains ground.

What are the New York Rangers playoff odds?

Based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule, the New York Rangers make the playoffs in about 71.3% of outcomes.

What is a magic number in hockey?

A magic number is the combined total of points a team must earn (and its closest chaser must fail to earn) to guarantee a playoff spot. In the NHL it counts standings points, since wins are worth 2 points and overtime losses 1.

When did the New York Rangers last make the playoffs?

The New York Rangers last made the NHL playoffs in 2023-24. They have missed 2 straight postseasons.

When did the New York Rangers last win the Stanley Cup?

The New York Rangers have won 4 Stanley Cup titles, most recently in 1993-94.

How often are these numbers updated?

Standings and magic numbers on Sports Magic Numbers refresh throughout the day and after every NHL game, so the numbers here reflect the live playoff race.

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