How to Pick the Rangers vs. Capitals Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 29

Published 12:39 pm Monday, October 28, 2024

Prior to the puck dropping at 7:30 PM ET in Tuesday’s game between the New York Rangers and the Washington Capitals, here are the best bets you should be thinking about, whether you’re looking to make a single wager or have your sights set on putting together a parlay.

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Rangers vs. Capitals Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 6.5 goals)

  • New York and its opponent have hit the over on this game’s total (5.5 goals) four times this season.
  • Four of Washington’s games have ended with over 5.5 goals this season.
  • The total for this game (5.5) is 2.5 less than the combined scoring averages for the Rangers (4.25) and Capitals (3.71).
  • The 5.0 goals per game these two teams concede are 0.5 less than the over/under set for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Rangers Moneyline: -142

  • The Rangers are 5-2 when favored on the moneyline this season.
  • New York is 5-2 when playing with moneyline odds of -142 or shorter (71.4% win percentage).
  • The implied moneyline probability in this game says the Rangers have a 58.7% chance to win.

Capitals Moneyline: +119

  • Washington has four wins when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (which has happened six times).
  • When the Capitals’ moneyline odds are +119 or longer, they have won two games in three opportunities.
  • Washington’s implied probability to win is 45.7% based on its moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, New York 3

Rangers Points Leaders

  • Artemi Panarin is one of New York’s top contributors this season with 14 points. He has averaged 0.8 goals per game, shooting 20.7%.
  • Alexis Lafreniere is another of New York’s major contributors currently with eight total points (four goals and four assists) to his name.
  • Through eight games, Adam Fox has proven himself as a scoring option for New York. He has eight points (zero goals and eight assists).
  • In six games played this season, Igor Shesterkin (4-1-1) has given up 13 goals.

Capitals Points Leaders

  • Dylan Strome is a leading scorer for Washington, with nine points this season. He has put up three goals and six assists in seven games.
  • Connor McMichael has made a major impact for Washington this season with eight points, thanks to three goals and five assists.
  • John Carlson has two goals and four assists for New York.
  • Charlie Lindgren’s record stands at 2-2-0 on the season, allowing 10 goals (2.5 goals against average) and collecting 85 saves with an .895 save percentage (32nd in the league).

Rangers’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/22/2024 Canadiens W 7-2 Away -250
10/24/2024 Panthers L 3-1 Home -158
10/26/2024 Ducks W 2-1 Home -311
10/29/2024 Capitals Away -142
11/1/2024 Senators Home
11/3/2024 Islanders Home
11/7/2024 Sabres Home

Capitals’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/22/2024 Flyers W 4-1 Away +117
10/23/2024 Flyers W 6-3 Home -146
10/26/2024 Lightning L 3-0 Away +139
10/29/2024 Rangers Home +119
10/31/2024 Canadiens Home
11/2/2024 Blue Jackets Home
11/3/2024 Hurricanes Away

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New York vs. Washington Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Location: Washington D.C.
  • Venue: Capital One Arena

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