Washington Capitals @ New York Rangers Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 3/5/2025 7:30 PM EST

We have your Washington Capitals @ New York Rangers prop betting and game preview needs covered as the New York Rangers host the Washington Capitals in a key Metropolitan Division matchup.

Washington Capitals @ New York Rangers Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Capitals -118 at DraftKings, Rangers +104 at FanDuel.
Best Spread Odds: Capitals -1.0 (+165) at BetRivers.
Best Total Odds: Over 5.5 (-128) at FanDuel, Under 6.0 (-113) at BetRivers.

Game Info

Date: March 5, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM EST
Location: Madison Square Garden, New York
TV: MSG/TNT

Washington Capitals @ New York Rangers Preview

The Washington Capitals (39-14-8) enter this game as the Metropolitan Division leaders, boasting the league's highest-scoring offense at 3.59 goals per game. They are coming off a thrilling 5-4 shootout victory over the Ottawa Senators, which snapped a three-game losing streak. The Capitals have already defeated the Rangers twice this season, outscoring them 12-7 in those matchups.

The New York Rangers (31-26-4) are fighting to secure a playoff spot, currently holding the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference. They have won four of their last five games, including back-to-back shutouts. However, injuries to key players like Adam Fox and Chris Kreider could impact their performance. The Rangers will rely on Artemi Panarin and Mika Zibanejad to lead their offense against a strong Capitals defense.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The Capitals and Rangers have faced each other twice this season, with Washington winning both matchups (7-4 on January 4, 2025, and 5-3 on October 30, 2024). In their last five meetings, the teams have split, with the Rangers winning three straight games in April 2024 before the Capitals' recent victories. Historically, the Rangers have struggled to contain Washington's high-powered offense, which has been evident in their two losses this season.

Pick: Capitals Moneyline (-118)

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The Capitals' combination of elite scoring and disciplined defense makes them the stronger team in this matchup. Washington's offense, led by Alexander Ovechkin, has been dominant, and their goaltender Logan Thompson has been stellar on the road with an 11-1 record and a 1.90 GAA. The Rangers, while improving recently, are dealing with key injuries and have struggled defensively, ranking 30th in shots allowed. Expect the Capitals to capitalize on these weaknesses and secure the win.

Top Player Prop Picks

1. Artemi Panarin Over 0.5 Points

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Panarin has been the Rangers' offensive leader this season, with 63 points in 59 games. He has recorded at least one point in 69.5% of games this season, making this a strong pick.

2. Alexander Ovechkin Over 0.5 Goals

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Ovechkin has scored three goals in two games against the Rangers this season and remains a key offensive threat for the Capitals. His ability to find the back of the net makes this a solid prop bet.

3. Logan Thompson Over 27.5 Saves

Thompson has been excellent on the road, and with the Rangers generating 29.38 shots per game, he is likely to face a high volume of shots. This makes the over on saves a strong play.

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