New York Rangers (12-11-2, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Boston Bruins (14-11, in the Atlantic Division)

Boston; Friday, 1 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Bruins host the New York Rangers after Alex Steeves’ two-goal game against the New York Islanders in the Bruins’ 3-1 win.

Boston is 8-4-0 in home games and 14-11 overall. The Bruins have committed 129 total penalties (5.2 per game) to lead the league.

New York has a 10-4-1 record in road games and a 12-11-2 record overall. The Rangers have a 10-1-1 record in games they score three or more goals.

The matchup Friday is the first meeting this season between the two clubs.

TOP PERFORMERS: Pavel Zacha has scored five goals with 12 assists for the Bruins. Morgan Geekie has eight goals and three assists over the past 10 games.

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