New York Rangers vs. Winnipeg Jets Game Preview for March 22 The New York Rangers and Winnipeg Jets are set to face off on March 22, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The matchup, scheduled to begin at 12 p.m. ET, will be broadcast on ESPN+ in the United States. The Rangers, with a record of 28-33-8, currently sit 16th in the Eastern Conference, earning 64 points in the regular season. The Jets, at 28-29-12, are positioned 12th in the Western Conference, holding 68 points. The game will feature a mix of returning players and key absences. Several key forwards and defensemen are listed as unavailable due to injuries. Noah Laba is out for the lower body, while Jonathan Quick is sidelined with an upper body injury and is expected to miss time. Urho Vaakanainen, Matthew Rempe, Colin Miller, Nino Niederreiter, and Vladislav Namestnikov are all out for lower body issues, with some potentially returning later in the season. The Rangers and Jets have both shown resilience in recent weeks, with the Jets maintaining a strong offensive presence and the Rangers relying on their veteran defense. The matchup will be closely watched as both teams aim to secure crucial points in their respective conferences. The article includes information on betting odds provided by BetMGM, though the exact details of the odds are not specified. Additionally, the piece notes that the watch guide was created using technology from Data Skrive, and that links for betting, ticketing, and streaming are provided by partners of The Athletic. The Athletic emphasizes its editorial independence, stating that partners have no control over the content or editing process. The article concludes with a section titled "Connections: Sports Edition," which poses a puzzle-like question about identifying patterns between sports terms.#new_york_rangers #madison_square_garden #the_athletic #espn_plus #winnipeg_jets
New York Rangers vs. Winnipeg Jets: Lineups, Storylines as Blueshirts Aim to End Latest Slump The New York Rangers face a critical test as they attempt to break a four-game losing streak when they host the Winnipeg Jets at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. The game, scheduled for noon ET, marks the start of a back-to-back set at the arena, with the Ottawa Senators set to follow on Monday night. The Blueshirts are looking to rebound from a recent slump, having lost three of four games in a span of four days, including back-to-back 6-3 defeats to the New Jersey Devils and Columbus Blue Jackets. The Rangers’ recent struggles contrast sharply with their earlier success, as they had gone 4-for-4 in their previous four games, including a 6-2 win over Winnipeg on March 12. However, the team’s momentum has since reversed, with the three losses coming by a combined score of 16-7. The most significant development in the past two days came when the Rangers recalled top goalie prospect Dylan Garand from the AHL’s Hartford Wolfpack. Garand joined Igor Shesterkin and Jonathan Quick in practice on Saturday, though Quick left early due to an upper-body injury and is day to day. Coach Mike Sullivan hinted that Garand could make his NHL debut this week, emphasizing the goalie’s strong performance in the AHL. Garand, 23, has posted a .921 save percentage in his last 10 starts for Hartford, where he was selected for the AHL All-Star Classic in 2024-25. His recent form has been particularly impressive, as he led the Wolfpack to back-to-back road wins in Charlotte, allowing just four goals on 54 shots. Sullivan praised Garand’s consistency, stating, “He’s given those guys a chance to win, night in and night out, and he’s deserving.#new_york_rangers #madison_square_garden #winnipeg_jets #dylan_garand #mike_sullivan
Jets and Rangers Projected Lineups for Upcoming Game The Winnipeg Jets and New York Rangers are set to face off in a matchup that features key players and notable absences. The game, scheduled for 12 p.m. ET, will be broadcast on MSG and TSN3. Both teams have released their projected lineups, with some adjustments due to injuries and recent roster changes. For the Jets, the projected starting lineup includes Kyle Connor, Mark Scheifele, and Alex Iafallo on the first line. Cole Perfetti, Adam Lowry, and Gabriel Vilardi form the second line, while Gustav Nyquist, Jonathan Toews, and Cole Koepke make up the third. Isak Rosen, Morgan Barron, and Brad Lambert round out the forward group. Defensemen Josh Morrissey and Dylan DeMelo will pair with Dylan Samberg, Elias Salomonsson, Haydn Fleury, and Neal Pionk. Notable absences include scratched players Ville Heinola and Jacob Bryson, while injured forwards Nino Niederreiter, Colin Miller, and Vladislav Namestnikov are sidelined due to knee and lower-body injuries. The Rangers’ projected lineup features Gabe Perreault, Mika Zibanejad, and Alexis Lafreniere on the top line. Will Cuylle, Vincent Trocheck, and Taylor Raddysh form the second line, with Tye Kartye, J.T. Miller, and Conor Sheary on the third. Jonny Brodzinski, Adam Edstrom, and Jaroslav Chmelar will defend alongside Vladislav Gavrikov and Adam Fox. Matthew Robertson, Braden Schneider, and Connor Mackey are among the other forwards, while Will Borgen joins the defense. Scratched players include Vincent Iorio, Juuso Parssinen, and Drew Fortescue, who was signed to a three-year entry-level contract after completing his junior season at Boston College. Goalie changes are minimal for the Jets, with Connor Hellebuyck expected to start after making 26 saves in a 5-4 shootout loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins.#new_york_rangers #winnipeg_jets #kyle_connector #mark_scheifele #alex_iaffalo
Bruins call up former 1st-round pick Lukas Reichel on emergency basis The Boston Bruins have recalled forward Lukas Reichel from the Providence Bruins on an emergency basis ahead of their home game against the Winnipeg Jets. The 23-year-old winger, acquired from the Vancouver Canucks in a trade just before the NHL trade deadline on March 6, has shown promise in his short stint with the AHL affiliate. Since joining Providence, Reichel has recorded five points (one goal, four assists) in three games, prompting the Bruins to bring him up to the NHL roster. Reichel, a former 2020 first-round pick by the Chicago Blackhawks, was traded to Vancouver in October 2025 for a 2027 fourth-round selection. His NHL career has seen limited success, with 22 goals and 59 points in 88 games across two teams. This season, he has played 19 games for Vancouver, scoring two goals and five points, while also contributing six goals and 13 points in 23 games with the Canucks’ AHL affiliate, Abbotsford. Bruins general manager Don Sweeney highlighted Reichel’s potential during the trade, noting his speed, two-position versatility, and familiarity with the team’s coaching staff. “He’s had some success, obviously a high-profile draft, great speed, two-position player,” Sweeney said. “He’s got some upside that, as a young player, I think that our guys were intrigued by to take a swing there.” The recall comes as the Bruins’ forward group struggles for scoring depth. Players like Morgan Geekie and Elias Lindholm have gone scoreless in five-on-five play over the past 11 games, leaving room for Reichel to contribute. His ability to create chances and move the puck quickly could provide a needed spark for a team looking to bolster its offensive options.#don_sweeney #lukas_reichel #boston_bruins #providence_bruins #winnipeg_jets
