Lengthy point streaks by the New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers are helping the Metropolitan rivals ascend in a crowded Eastern Conference playoff race where eight teams are separated by five points.

The Philadelphia Flyers will play the New York Rangers on Jan. 23 in what should be an entertaining contest. This game is important for both clubs, as they are currently tied in the Metropolitan Division standings with 50 points.

The New York Rangers look to extend their point streak to 10 games when they host yet another team battling them for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference on Thursday at Madison Square Garden. This time,