Hopefully the New York Rangers rested up this past week, when they played one game in a five-day stretch. Because

The Montreal Canadiens (16-11-3, 35 points) look to sweep a two-game road trip when they visit the New York Rangers (15-13-4) at Madison Square Garden, with the Rangers looking to stop a three-game losing skid.

The road-savvy New York Rangers off to the Windy City on Wednesday night for an East vs. West matchup with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Matt Rempe, the Rangers' imposing enforcer, returned to the ice after a 24-game absence due to a broken thumb. Despite the injury sustained during a fight, Rempe confirmed his willingness to continue his physical style of play once medically cleared.

Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba return to Madison Square Garden to play their first game at their old home arena since the New York Rangers traded them separately to the Anaheim Ducks.

Two former Rangers returned to the MSG on Monday night as Chris Kreiser and Jocob Trouba both recieved warm welcomes from the crowd.