The New York Rangers (6-1-1) travel to face off against the Washington Capitals (5-2-0) on Tuesday, October 29th. This game will be played at Capital One Arena in Washington and televised on ESPN. The Rangers are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Capitals are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Lightning. Puck drop is set for 7:30 ET.

Rangers vs Capitals

The New York Rangers Are Coming Off A Win

With a 2-1 victory over the Ducks, the Rangers improved to 6-1-1 this season. New York was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.

All of the game’s scoring came in the third period. Ryan Lindgren put the Rangers on the board at 15:47, and Will Cuylle added another goal at 8:07. The Ducks responded with a goal at 7:22, but the Rangers held on for the win.

The Washington Capitals Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Washington’s latest game was a 3-0 road loss to the Lightning, bringing their record to 5-2-0. The Capitals were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that number.

Both teams were scoreless until the Lightning found the net at 5:27 in the second period. Tampa Bay added two more goals in the third, sealing the Capitals’ first shutout loss of the season.

New York Offense Breakdown

After two scoreless periods, the Rangers found the net twice in their 2-1 win over the Ducks. Ryan Lindgren opened the scoring with his first goal of the season, followed by Will Cuylle, who netted his fourth. The Rangers registered 32 shots on goal but had 10 giveaways.

Kaapo Kakko picked up his fifth assist on Cuylle’s goal, while Filip Chytil earned his third assist. Alexis Lafrenière added his fourth assist on Lindgren’s goal.

Capitals Offense Breakdown

In their recent 3-0 loss to the Lightning, the Capitals fired 32 shots on goal but couldn’t find the back of the net. They had 15 giveaways and failed to score on any power plays.

Washington was shut out for the first time this season, with no goals in the first, second, or third periods.

New York Team Defense

Defensively, the Rangers were solid, allowing just one goal to Anaheim. Jonathan Quick made 32 saves with a 97% save percentage. The defense also contributed 8 takeaways and 26 hits.

Washington Team Defense

Defensively, the Capitals kept the game scoreless through the first period, but they allowed the first goal at 5:27 into the second. They then gave up two more goals in the third, at 2:26 and 3:10 into the period. Charlie Lindgren finished with 18 saves and an 85.7% save percentage. The Capitals’ defense also recorded 3 takeaways and 30 hits.

Rangers vs Capitals Trends

• New York has played well in their previous 5 road games, going 4-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 1. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 5-0.
• Across their last three home contests, Washington has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 3-0. Their overall mark in these games was 3-0, while averaging 4 goals per game.
• Washington has done well both straight up and vs the puck line when favored to win the game, going 2-1 SU and 2-1 puck line in their last three games.
• Through their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Rangers have a good straight up record, but their puck line mark is just 1-2.

Rangers vs Capitals Prediction

For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Rangers to pick up on a win over the Capitals and the road. With the moneyline sitting at -150, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Rangers straight-up.

For my recommended choice in the puck line, I’m leaning towards the Capitals to cover. Even if the Rangers secure a straight-up win, this game is expected to be tightly contested, and the Capitals should cover the puck line.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

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