Ducks vs. Rangers prediction favors Rangers to win Monday's NHL matchup [10/19/2026]

Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL matchup between the Ducks and Rangers, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Rangers a 58.1% chance of defeating the Ducks. According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 63.6% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 52.5% chance of staying under.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Ducks +1.5 (-178) / Rangers -1.5 (+174)
• Moneyline: Ducks +138, Rangers -141
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-102/-102)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Rangers -1.5 @ 36¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Ducks @ 42¢ via Novig
• Total: Under 6.5 @ 50¢ via Novig

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Ducks vs. Rangers player props

Who will score a goal in Ducks vs. Rangers?

According to our model, Pavel Dorofeyev is most likely to score an anytime goal in Ducks vs. Rangers.

Our projections give Dorofeyev a 39.1% chance of scoring a goal at Madison Square Garden, while the star is an 8.0% chance of registering the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Anaheim Ducks

• Cutter Gauthier: 33.2% probability
• Tristan Luneau: 32.3% probability
• Leo Carlsson: 31.2% probability
• Beckett Sennecke: 29.3% probability
• Mikael Granlund: 22.3% probability

NY Rangers

• Pavel Dorofeyev: 39.1% probability
• Alexis Lafreniere: 34.9% probability
• Mika Zibanejad: 34.2% probability
• Gabe Perreault: 25.0% probability
• J.T. Miller: 24.8% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Anaheim Ducks

• Cutter Gauthier: 6.4% probability
• Leo Carlsson: 5.9% probability
• Tristan Luneau: 5.8% probability
• Beckett Sennecke: 5.4% probability
• Mikael Granlund: 4.3% probability

NY Rangers

• Pavel Dorofeyev: 8.0% probability
• Mika Zibanejad: 6.9% probability
• Alexis Lafreniere: 6.4% probability
• Gabe Perreault: 4.5% probability
• Will Cuylle: 4.4% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Monday's action between the Rangers and Ducks at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. NY Rangers
• Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00 PM PT
• Venue: Madison Square Garden

Conclusion

We predict the Rangers, with a 58.1% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks in Monday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.