1996–97 New York Rangers season Schedule and Results December

| Game | December | Opponent | Score | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 1 | Montreal Canadiens | 6 - 2 | 10-13-4 |
| 28 | 4 | Philadelphia Flyers | 1 - 1 OT | 10-13-5 |
| 29 | 6 | Toronto Maple Leafs | 6 - 5 | 11-13-5 |
| 30 | 7 | @ Toronto Maple Leafs | 4 - 0 | 12-13-5 |
| 31 | 9 | Phoenix Coyotes | 5 - 2 | 13-13-5 |
| 32 | 11 | New York Islanders | 5 - 3 | 13-14-5 |
| 33 | 13 | @ Buffalo Sabres | 3 - 0 | 14-14-5 |
| 34 | 16 | Hartford Whalers | 5 - 2 | 15-14-5 |
| 35 | 18 | Los Angeles Kings | 4 - 0 | 16-14-5 |
| 36 | 21 | @ Montreal Canadiens | 3 - 2 OT | 17-14-5 |
| 37 | 22 | Florida Panthers | 7 - 3 | 18-14-5 |