1985–86 New York Rangers season Schedule and Results January

| Game | January | Opponent | Score | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 1 | @ Washington Capitals | 3 - 0 | 17-20-2 |
| 40 | 5 | Quebec Nordiques | 5 - 4 | 17-21-2 |
| 41 | 10 | Montreal Canadiens | 6 - 4 | 18-21-2 |
| 42 | 12 | St. Louis Blues | 2 - 2 OT | 18-21-3 |
| 43 | 14 | @ Vancouver Canucks | 2 - 1 | 19-21-3 |
| 44 | 15 | @ Los Angeles Kings | 4 - 3 | 20-21-3 |
| 45 | 18 | @ Edmonton Oilers | 5 - 4 | 21-21-3 |
| 46 | 20 | Hartford Whalers | 5 - 0 | 21-22-3 |
| 47 | 22 | @ Toronto Maple Leafs | 4 - 2 | 22-22-3 |
| 48 | 23 | Quebec Nordiques | 4 - 0 | 22-23-3 |
| 49 | 27 | @ Quebec Nordiques | 6 - 6 OT | 22-23-4 |