1978–79 New York Rangers season

1978–79 New York Rangers
Division3rd Patrick
Conference3rd Campbell
1978–79 record40–29–11
Home record19–13–8
Road record21–16–3
Goals for316
Goals against292
Team information
General managerFred Shero
CoachFred Shero
CaptainDave Maloney
Alternate captainsNone
ArenaMadison Square Garden
Team leaders
GoalsPhil Esposito (42)
AssistsAnders Hedberg (46)
PointsAnders Hedberg (79)
Penalty minutesNick Fotiu (190)
WinsJohn Davidson (20)
Goals against averageJohn Davidson (3.52)

The 1978–79 New York Rangers season was the franchise's 53rd season. The highlight of the season was participating in the Stanley Cup Finals, as the Rangers played 12 consecutive playoff games without losing in regulation.