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Kraken vs. Rangers prediction: Rangers favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [1/12/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Seattle Kraken vs NY Rangers predictions for NHL Monday.
The NY Rangers will square off with the Seattle Kraken in NHL action at Madison Square Garden on Monday, beginning at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model projects the Rangers as the most likely winner of the Kraken vs. Rangers game.
This article offers further insights into Monday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kraken vs. Rangers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL game between the Kraken and Rangers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Rangers a 55% chance of beating the Kraken.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Kraken vs. Rangers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kraken | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-215) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +115 | -135 |
| Total | o6 (-105) | u6 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kraken vs. Rangers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions 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 | Kraken +1.5 | -215 |
| Moneyline | Kraken | +115 |
| Total | Under 6 | -115 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kraken +1.5 at the spread.
Kraken vs. Rangers player props
Who will score a goal in Kraken vs. Rangers?
According to our model, Artemi Panarin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Rangers.
Our projections give Panarin a 38.2% chance of scoring a goal at Madison Square Garden, while the star is a 9.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jaden Schwartz | 28.2% |
| Jared McCann | 24.1% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 24.0% |
| Matty Beniers | 23.8% |
| Shane Wright | 20.0% |
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 38.2% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 30.9% |
| J.T. Miller | 30.8% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 28.7% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 23.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jaden Schwartz | 5.5% |
| Matty Beniers | 4.6% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 4.1% |
| Jared McCann | 4.0% |
| Shane Wright | 3.8% |
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 9.0% |
| J.T. Miller | 6.5% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 6.3% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 6.0% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 4.4% |
Kraken vs. Rangers game-day updates and essential details
Monday's matchup between the Rangers and Kraken at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Seattle Kraken vs. NY Rangers
- Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Rangers, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Kraken on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kraken vs. Rangers 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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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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