1996–97 New York Rangers season Schedule and Results October

| Game | October | Opponent | Score | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | @ Boston Bruins | 4 - 4 OT | 0-0-1 |
| 2 | 6 | Florida Panthers | 5 - 2 | 0-1-1 |
| 3 | 8 | @ Florida Panthers | 1 - 1 OT | 0-1-2 |
| 4 | 10 | Dallas Stars | 2 - 1 | 0-2-2 |
| 5 | 12 | @ Montreal Canadiens | 5 - 2 | 0-3-2 |
| 6 | 14 | Calgary Flames | 5 - 4 | 1-3-2 |
| 7 | 16 | Pittsburgh Penguins | 8 - 1 | 2-3-2 |
| 8 | 18 | St. Louis Blues | 2 - 1 | 3-3-2 |
| 9 | 20 | @ Tampa Bay Lightning | 5 - 2 | 3-4-2 |
| 10 | 23 | Washington Capitals | 3 - 2 | 3-5-2 |
| 11 | 25 | @ Florida Panthers | 6 - 4 | 3-6-2 |