The New York Rangers have demonstrated impressive offensive prowess, as evidenced by their blowout wins over Tampa Bay (7-3) and Nashville (6-3). However, the team has been weak on home ice, with seven losses in eight games.
The Detroit Red Wings have also been showing strong scoring in recent games, despite some inconsistent results. The visiting team is capable of counterattacking, as demonstrated by their recent 6-3 victory over Anaheim. However, the team concedes more goals than it scores (52-54).
Their head-to-head record points to a high-scoring game: in November, the teams combined for five goals. Given the offensive potential of both teams and their penchant for open hockey, a game with over five goals is likely.
