Chicago Blackhawks vs. NY Rangers Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/4/2024]

The NY Rangers will take on the Chicago Blackhawks in NHL action at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive betting preview for Thursday's Blackhawks vs. Rangers matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Blackhawks vs. Rangers Prediction: Who Will Win

We have used innovative machine learning and statistical analysis to simulate the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Blackhawks and Rangers 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Rangers a 75% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.

According to our model, the 6-goal Over/Under also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

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Blackhawks vs. Rangers Odds

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

Bet Type	Blackhawks	Rangers
Moneyline	+350	-450
Total	o6 (-115)	u6 (-105)

• BetMGM Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Rangers at -450, which means you can risk $450 to win $100 for a total payout of $550 if they get the W.
• On the other hand, BetMGM also has the best moneyline odds for the Blackhawks at +350, where you can bet $100 to profit $350, earning a total payout of $450 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -115, as well as the best odds for the Under at -105.

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

As always, check out all of the sports betting sites available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Blackhawks vs. Rangers Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Moneyline	Blackhawks	+350
Total	Under 6	-105

While the Rangers are more likely to win the game, taking the Blackhawks moneyline is the best option because of the 2.7% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published on Dimers is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

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Blackhawks vs. Rangers Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Blackhawks vs. Rangers?

According to our model, NY's Mika Zibanejad is most likely to score the first goal in Blackhawks vs. Rangers.

Our projections give Zibanejad a 9.3% chance of scoring the first goal at Madison Square Garden, while the Rangers star is a 43.7% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Chicago Blackhawks

Player	First Goal Probability
Connor Bedard	6.1%
Nick Foligno	3.6%
Cole Guttman	3.6%
Ryan Donato	3.4%
Jason Dickinson	3.1%

NY Rangers

Player	First Goal Probability
Mika Zibanejad	9.3%
Artemi Panarin	9.0%
Chris Kreider	8.4%
Alexis Lafreniere	6.4%
Vincent Trocheck	6.0%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Chicago Blackhawks

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Connor Bedard	31.0%
Ryan Donato	19.9%
Nick Foligno	19.4%
Jason Dickinson	19.4%
Cole Guttman	19.1%

NY Rangers

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Mika Zibanejad	43.7%
Artemi Panarin	42.5%
Chris Kreider	41.5%
Alexis Lafreniere	32.0%
Vincent Trocheck	32.0%
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep an eye on this page for the latest betting analysis before the Blackhawks vs. Rangers on Thursday January 4, 2024.

Blackhawks vs. Rangers Game Information

Thursday's game between the Rangers and Blackhawks at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Chicago Blackhawks vs. NY Rangers
• Date: Thursday January 4, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Madison Square Garden

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Conclusion

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