The New York Rangers (10-9-1) visit the Minnesota Wild (10-6-2) at Xcel Energy Center starting at 8:00 p.m. For a preview go to Yahoo Sports.
TV: MSG; Radio: 1050AM ESPN Radio, XM237
Probable Lines:
Dubinsky-Anisimov-Callahan
Frolov-Stepan-Gaborik
Fedotenko-Boyle-Prust
Avery-Christensen-Boogaard
Staal-Eminger
Del Zotto-Girardi
Gilroy-Sauer
Goaltenders:
Henrik Lundqvist – 7-7-1, 2.75 gaa, .914 sv%, 2 so.
Niklas Backstrom – 8-4-2, 1.91 gaa, .938 sv %, 1 so
Opponent Notes:
– Niklas Backstrom has won three straight at home allowing just three goals.
– RW Martin Havlat has points in four straight games (7 points).
– C Mikko Koivu’s tying goal last night against Detroit was his first goal since Oct. 28.
– RW Cal Clutter leads the team with 7 goals.
2010-11 Season Series:
Nov. 20 Rangers vs. Wild at Minnesota
March 3 Rangers vs. Wild at MSG
Opponent Blog:
State of Hockey News
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