Rangers Top Flames 3-1 on Road
New York snaps a losing skid against Calgary after a 3-1 defeat to Edmonton in its previous game.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Hockey
The New York Rangers defeated the Calgary Flames 3-1 on Wednesday night, their fourth win in their last five games. The victory followed a 3-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers.
Why it matters
The Rangers missed the playoffs the last two seasons, so the run of recent wins matters for their postseason hopes. Finishing in the top three of the Metropolitan Division would guarantee an automatic playoff berth.
The Rangers are 11-8-1 through 20 games with 23 points, placing them third in the Metropolitan Division. They have won four of their last five games following a 3-1 loss to Edmonton.
The players
New York Rangers
The National Hockey League franchise based in New York City that competes in the Metropolitan Division of the Eastern Conference.
Calgary Flames
The National Hockey League franchise based in Calgary, Alberta, that competes in the Pacific Division of the Western Conference.
The details
The Rangers scored three goals against Calgary to the Flames' one, and held extended offensive-zone shifts in the third period. The win came on the road, a 3-1 result that followed their loss to Edmonton in the prior game.
Timeline
Wednesday night: Rangers defeat Calgary Flames 3-1 on the road.
Previous game: Rangers lose 3-1 to Edmonton Oilers.
Season Trajectory
The Rangers missed the playoffs the last two seasons, and this win keeps them in contention for a top-three finish in the Metropolitan Division. A top-three spot would guarantee an automatic playoff berth, a clear step up from recent years.
The win moves the Rangers into a position where a top-three finish in the Metropolitan Division would secure an automatic playoff berth. Fantasy managers tracking the roster should note the four wins in five games as the team's recent form.
The takeaway
Consistent results over a five-game stretch can shift a team's playoff outlook quickly, and the Rangers' current division standing makes the next several games important.
Further reading
For more on the team's season, see Hockey coverage across New York City.
