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Rivalry Renewed as Rangers Host Islanders in Season Opener
Nine-game NHL slate highlights first meeting between New York clubs along with several other key matchups.
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Battle of New York Takes Center Stage
The Rangers and Islanders meet for the first time this season in a matchup that continues one of the league's longest rivalries. The clubs have faced each other 340 times overall, with the Rangers holding a 161-150-19-10 edge. Five of the eight playoff series have gone to the Islanders. Both teams feature top goaltenders who have known each other since age 16.
Additional Games Draw Interest
The Golden Knights face the Kraken, a team that has averaged 4.33 goals per game early in the season after ranking 28th with 2.73 goals per game last year. The Panthers close a West Coast trip against the Kings, who have scored four goals in each of their first two contests but allowed eight and five. The Red Wings seek their first win against the Senators, while the Wild and Sabres feature players with three points each through their opening games.
Other Notable Storylines
The Blues take on the Blackhawks, renewing an old rivalry that featured split playoff results in prior years. The Lightning visit the Maple Leafs, where one forward has scored seven career goals against them. The Mammoth travel to face the Devils after a recent loss.
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