Heading into a Thursday night matchup, the New York Rangers are in a similar boat as the Utah Hockey Club: on the outside of the playoffs, looking in, hoping there’s still a chance for them. Both teams have 43 points. The Rangers are five points out of an NHL playoff spot, while Utah HC needs six more.

The New York Rangers make their first ever visit to Salt Lake City for their second meeting with the Utah Hockey Club (9:00 PM ET - TV: MSG Network - Radio: ESPN 880 AM). RANGERS RUNDOWN - The Delta C

Finding success at home has turned into a persistent struggle for the Utah Hockey Club. Utah beat San Jose for its lone win in the first four games of a January home stand and has lost to Florida, Montreal and the New York Islanders.

In the wake of a 3-0 loss to the Winnipeg Jets, the Colorado Avalanche couldn’t focus on the past. With a brutal schedule awaiting them, they had to come out against the New York Rangers on Tuesday night and get the ship righted.

Less than two minutes away from a third consecutive victory, the New York Rangers couldn’t seal the deal against the