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Rangers vs. Kings prediction: Los Angeles favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [1/20/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NY Rangers vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Tuesday.
The Los Angeles Kings and NY Rangers will lock horns in the NHL at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, with puck drop at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of the Rangers vs. Kings game.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Rangers vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL game between the Rangers and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Kings a 59% chance of defeating the Rangers.
According to our model, the Rangers (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 51% chance of going over.
Rangers vs. Kings odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Rangers | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-165) | -1.5 (+140) |
| Moneyline | +154 | -184 |
| Total | o5.5 (-120) | u5.5 (+106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Rangers vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Rangers +1.5 | -165 |
| Moneyline | Rangers | +154 |
| Total | Under 5.5 | +106 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Rangers to win.
Rangers vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Rangers vs. Kings?
According to our model, Artemi Panarin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Rangers vs. Kings.
Our projections give Panarin a 35.1% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is a 7.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 35.1% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 27.1% |
| J.T. Miller | 25.1% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 23.2% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 18.4% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 34.1% |
| Kevin Fiala | 34.0% |
| Quinton Byfield | 28.1% |
| Alex Laferriere | 27.9% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 24.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 7.6% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 5.5% |
| J.T. Miller | 5.0% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 4.5% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 3.8% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 7.2% |
| Adrian Kempe | 7.1% |
| Quinton Byfield | 6.1% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.7% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 4.7% |
Rangers vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's action between the Kings and Rangers at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: NY Rangers vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Rangers on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Rangers vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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