Detroit Red Wings vs New York Rangers Head-to-Head

Wings built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 264 of 482 decided meetings (55%) (plus 103 ties). In the shootout era they are 18-24 against each other (43% Wings). 103 of their 627 meetings ended in ties, all from the pre-2005 regulation-tie era. Postseason history is deep: 23 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.4-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Wings' 15-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Rangers hold a 14-6 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1950s produced the deepest sample with 144 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 4-1 on Apr 4, 2026. Through the 2020s Rangers have led 13-4 between the teams.