The holiday weekend hockey action heats up this Friday afternoon with a classic Original Six matchup. The New York Rangers (12-11-2) travel to TD Garden to take on the Boston Bruins (14-11-0) in a game that promises grit, skill, and crucial Metropolitan vs. Atlantic Division points. Both teams are coming off big wins and looking to establish momentum as we head into December.
TV Channels and Streaming Options: USA & Canada
If you are looking to catch every hit and goal, here is where you can find the game on television and streaming platforms for Friday, November 28, 2025.
- Puck Drop: 1:00 PM ET
- TV (USA): TNT, truTV
- Streaming (USA): HBO Max (B/R Sports Add-On)
- TV (Canada): Sportsnet (SN)
- Streaming (Canada): Sportsnet+
- IPTV: NHLPPV
This matinee game is a national broadcast in the United States, meaning it won’t be on local regional sports networks like MSG or NESN for the live broadcast. Make sure you have access to TNT or HBO Max to tune in.
Rangers vs. Bruins: Team Records & Game Overview
Both teams enter this contest with something to prove. The New York Rangers currently sit at 12-11-2 (26 points), struggling to find consistency in the tight Metropolitan Division. However, they are coming off a morale-boosting 4-2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday, where their offense finally clicked against a top-tier opponent.
The Boston Bruins, sitting at 14-11-0 (28 points), are trying to claw their way up the Atlantic Division standings. They also secured a win on Wednesday, defeating the New York Islanders 3-1. With home-ice advantage and a slightly better record, the Bruins will look to impose their physical style early.
Key Matchups, Injuries & Leading Scorers
The star power in this game is undeniable. For the Rangers, Artemi Panarin and Adam Fox are tied for the team lead with 22 points each. Panarin, alongside Mika Zibanejad and Will Cuylle, leads the team in goals with 7.
On the Boston side, superstar David Pastrnak continues to be an offensive juggernaut, leading the team with 29 points. The surprise of the season, however, has been Morgan Geekie, who has exploded for 17 goals and 23 points, making him a dangerous threat that New York’s defense must contain.
Key Injuries:
- New York Rangers: Goaltender Jonathan Quick is day-to-day (expected back early Dec), while J.T. Miller is dealing with an upper-body injury. Enforcer Matt Rempe remains on LTIR.
- Boston Bruins: The Bruins are missing their anchor on defense, Charlie McAvoy (suspension/injury, out until mid-Dec). Forward Viktor Arvidsson is also on IR, though nearing a return.
Betting Analysis & Prediction
The betting markets have opened with the New York Rangers as -140 favorites, with the Over/Under set at 5.5 goals.
Personally, looking at that -140 line for the Rangers on the road feels a bit steep, especially given how tough TD Garden can be. However, with Charlie McAvoy out of the lineup for Boston, the Rangers’ power play (led by Fox and Panarin) has a massive opportunity to exploit the Bruins’ defensive gaps. I’m wary of the Rangers’ consistency, but that 4-2 win against Carolina showed me they can step up in big games.
As for the total, 5.5 feels low for two teams with high-end offensive talent, but afternoon games can sometimes start sluggishly. I’m leaning toward the Over 5.5. My gut tells me this will be a back-and-forth affair where the last goal wins.
Prediction: New York Rangers win 4-3 in Overtime.
Finding the Game & What’s Next
To wrap up, make sure you tune into TNT or HBO Max at 1:00 PM ET today to watch the New York Rangers take on the Boston Bruins. Looking ahead at the Boston Bruins TV schedule, they will face the Detroit Red Wings and St. Louis Blues next week, so keep an eye out for those matchups. It’s also worth noting the NHL point leaders for the 2025-26 season, where Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon (39 points) and sophomore sensation Macklin Celebrini (34 points) are setting the pace. While you are enjoying the action, don’t forget to check out the online hockey pool for cash prizes on my website—it’s the best way to test your fantasy hockey skills against other fans!
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