Washington (1-1-0) at NY Rangers (2-1-0)
- When: Oct 12 2025, 7:00 PM
- Where: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY, USA
- TV: MNMT
Washington vs NY Rangers NHL Preview & Pick
Moneyline: Washington -115
Spread: Washington -1.5 (+215)
Total: 6.0
New York Rangers Betting Outlook
After a rocky start to the Mike Sullivan era, the Rangers have quickly found their footing. Their 3-0 shutout loss to Pittsburgh in the opener was a wake-up call and they’ve answered it with authority. Since then, New York’s offense has exploded, piling up 10 goals in back-to-back wins over Buffalo (4-0) and a revenge beatdown of the Penguins (6-1).
Adam Fox is spearheading the blue line again, logging two goals and an assist in the win at Pittsburgh, while Mika Zibanejad has thrived since centering a new top line with Artemi Panarin and Alexis Lafreniere. That unit produced multiple power-play and short-handed tallies, showing versatility that few teams can match.
Even without injured center Vincent Trocheck, Sullivan’s adjustments have paid off, as his forward lines look balanced and dangerous in transition. Expect New York to lean on its speed and puck movement again against Washington’s slower defense.
Player Prop Pick: Mika Zibanejad To Record 1 Or More Points (-180) – Zibanejad’s chemistry with Panarin is heating up fast, and he’s been involved in almost every power-play sequence. Expect him to stay on the scoresheet at home.
Washington Capitals Betting Outlook
The Capitals rebounded from their opening-night stumble against Boston with an impressive 4-2 win on Long Island. Washington’s offense finally clicked, Aliaksei Protas scored twice and added an assist, while veterans like Alex Ovechkin and Jakob Chychrun chipped in to keep the puck moving.
Head coach Spencer Carbery emphasized aggression, and it showed. The Caps forechecked relentlessly and kept the Islanders pinned in their own zone. Ovechkin finally picked up his first point of the season and remains on the cusp of another historic milestone, now just three goals away from 900 career tallies.
That said, Washington still has work to do defensively. Their penalty kill has been shaky, and with New York’s power play running hot, discipline will be key.
Player Prop Pick: Alex Ovechkin Anytime Goal (+145) – Ovechkin loves facing the Rangers, he buried four goals in three games against them last season. With his first of the year still pending, this matchup is prime for him to break through.
NHL Prediction and Final Score
New York is rolling with confidence and cohesion, while Washington is still ironing out its defensive consistency. The Rangers’ depth, special teams, and home-ice advantage give them the edge in this spot.
Score Prediction: Rangers 4, Capitals 2
Pick: NY Rangers (-105)
Total: Under 6.5 At Lines (-140)
- NHL Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
