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Kings vs. Rangers prediction: Rangers favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [3/16/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Los Angeles Kings vs NY Rangers predictions for NHL Monday.
The NY Rangers and Los Angeles Kings will lock horns in the NHL at Madison Square Garden on Monday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Rangers a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Kings.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's Kings vs. Rangers matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kings vs. Rangers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL game between the Kings and Rangers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Rangers a 51% chance of beating the Kings.
According to our model, the Rangers (+1.5) have a 71% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 52% chance of going over.
Kings vs. Rangers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+215) | +1.5 (-265) |
| Moneyline | -114 | -105 |
| Total | o5.5 (-115) | u5.5 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kings vs. Rangers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | -265 |
| Moneyline | Rangers | -105 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -115 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Rangers to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Kings vs. Rangers player props
Who will score a goal in Kings vs. Rangers?
According to our model, Artemi Panarin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kings vs. Rangers.
Our projections give Panarin a 37.2% chance of scoring a goal at Madison Square Garden, while the star is an 8.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 37.2% |
| Adrian Kempe | 36.6% |
| Quinton Byfield | 28.6% |
| Alex Laferriere | 27.9% |
| Trevor Moore | 25.3% |
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mika Zibanejad | 30.6% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 28.7% |
| J.T. Miller | 26.6% |
| Will Cuylle | 22.6% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 22.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 8.1% |
| Adrian Kempe | 7.5% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.4% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.3% |
| Trevor Moore | 4.5% |
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mika Zibanejad | 5.9% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 5.8% |
| J.T. Miller | 5.0% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 4.3% |
| Will Cuylle | 4.2% |
Kings vs. Rangers game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Rangers and Kings at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. NY Rangers
- Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Rangers, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Rangers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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