The Metropolitan Division-leading Washington Capitals (25-10-3) welcome the struggling New York Rangers (17-19-1) to Capital One Arena on Saturday afternoon in what promises to be an intense divisional matchup.
The Capitals enter the contest looking to bounce back from a 4-3 shootout loss to Minnesota, while riding their impressive home record and the strong play of goaltender Logan Thompson, who boasts a stellar 2.30 GAA this season.
The Rangers, despite snapping a four-game losing streak with a 2-1 victory over Boston, have managed just five wins in their last 20 games and face additional challenges with starting goaltender Igor Shesterkin on injured reserve.
Washington's high-powered offense, ranked second in the league with 3.65 goals per game, will test Rangers backup Jonathan Quick, who made 32 saves in their recent win over the Bruins.
While the Rangers have historically held the upper hand with a 7-3 record in the last 10 meetings, the Capitals claimed victory in their most recent encounter with a 5-3 win in October.
As these longtime rivals prepare to face off, both teams' recent form and key personnel changes could prove decisive in this Metropolitan Division showdown.
Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers: who will win?
For tonight's Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers matchup, our predictive model gives the Caps a 60.5% chance of defeating the Rangers.
Washington Capitals: 60.5% win probability
- League-leading offense (138 goals scored in 38 games)
- Strong defensive record (100 goals against, among best in conference)
- Top position in Metropolitan Division (53 points in 38 games)
New York Rangers: 39.5% win probability
- Poor recent form (WLLLL in last 5 games)
- Struggling offense (103 goals in 37 games, below league average)
- Low points total (35 points in 37 games, 14th in Eastern Conference)
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Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers odds
| Washington Capitals | New York Rangers | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -160 (via bet365 US) | +140 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Washington Capitals have won 25 out of 38 matches this season.
- 2The New York Rangers have won 17 out of 37 matches this season.
- 3With 53 points, the Washington Capitals holds the 1st position in the league standings.
- 4New York Rangers's 35 points place them 14th in the rankings.
Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers form
Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers head to head
Washington Capitals
17%
New York Rangers
83%
Oct 29, 2024
Washington Capitals
5 : 3
New York Rangers
Apr 29, 2024
Washington Capitals
2 : 4
New York Rangers
Apr 26, 2024
Washington Capitals
1 : 3
New York Rangers
Apr 23, 2024
New York Rangers
4 : 3
Washington Capitals
Apr 21, 2024
New York Rangers
4 : 1
Washington Capitals
Jan 14, 2024
New York Rangers
2 : 1
Washington Capitals
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