Chicago Blackhawks vs New York Rangers Head-to-Head

Blackhawks built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 253 of 494 decided meetings (51%) (plus 97 ties). In the shootout era they are 13-18 against each other (42% Blackhawks). 97 of their 622 meetings ended in ties, all from the pre-2005 regulation-tie era. Postseason history is deep: 24 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.4-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Blackhawks' 9-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Rangers hold a 11-9 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1950s produced the deepest sample with 137 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1926, so the rivalry has spanned 100 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Rangers won 6-1 on Mar 27, 2026. Through the 2020s Rangers have led 8-3 between the teams.