Canadiens Aim to Extend Winning Streak Against Rangers

Montreal looks to make it seven straight wins at Madison Square Garden

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:14am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a hockey game between the Montreal Canadiens and New York Rangers, with the players and action broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the teams' respective colors.The Canadiens' recent hot streak will be put to the test against the struggling Rangers in a high-stakes NHL matchup.NYC Today

The Montreal Canadiens (43-21-10) will take on the New York Rangers (31-35-9) on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden, with the Canadiens looking to extend their current winning streak to seven games.

Why it matters

The Canadiens have been one of the hottest teams in the NHL lately, and a win over the Rangers would further cement their status as a top contender in the Eastern Conference. The Rangers, meanwhile, are looking to play spoiler and end their own disappointing season on a high note.

The details

The Canadiens have been led by their strong defensive play and goaltending during their current six-game winning streak. They will look to continue that trend against a Rangers team that has struggled to score goals consistently this season.

  • The game will take place on Thursday, April 3, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

The players

Montreal Canadiens

A professional ice hockey team based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and a member of the National Hockey League (NHL).

New York Rangers

A professional ice hockey team based in New York City, and a member of the National Hockey League (NHL).

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The takeaway

This game will be a test of the Canadiens' recent hot streak, as they look to continue their dominance against a struggling Rangers team. A win would further solidify the Canadiens' position as a top contender in the Eastern Conference.