If you’re looking for best bets for the Washington Capitals’ upcoming game against the New York Rangers on Saturday at 12:00 PM ET, then you’ve come to the right spot. Read on, as we offer our picks and predictions for this showdown.

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Capitals vs. Rangers Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.1 goals)

• Washington and its opponent have combined to outscore Saturday’s over/under (6.5 goals) 16 times this season.
• So far this season, 15 games New York has played finished with over 6.5 goals.
• The Capitals score 3.63 goals per game, compared to the Rangers’ average of 2.78, adding up to 0.1 fewer goals than this contest’s over/under of 6.5.
• The 5.7 goals per game these two teams concede are 0.8 less than the total set for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -158

• The Capitals are 12-6 this season when favored on the moneyline.
• When it has played with moneyline odds of -158 or shorter, Washington is 5-4 (winning 55.6% of the time).
• The Capitals have a 61.2% chance (based on the moneyline’s implied probability) to win this matchup.

Rangers Moneyline: +133

• In 10 games as an underdog on the moneyline, New York has pulled off the upset twice.
• The Rangers have won a single game with moneyline odds of +133 or longer (in five such games).
• New York has a 42.9% implied probability to win this game.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, New York 2

Capitals Points Leaders

• Dylan Strome has been imperative to Washington’s offense this season, registering 41 points in 38 games.
• With 16 goals and 16 assists, Aliaksei Protas is one of the most important offensive options for Washington with his 32 points (0.8 per game).
• On 98 shots (for 16 goals) and 14 assists, Connor McMichael has contributed 30 points this season.
• Across 19 games played, Logan Thompson has a goaltending record of 15-2-2. During those games, he’s allowed 44 goals while recording 494 saves.

Rangers Points Leaders

• Artemi Panarin is a top offensive contributor for his team with 38 points (one per game). He has recorded 16 goals and 22 assists in 35 games (playing 18:31 per game).
• Adam Fox is pivotal for New York’s attack with 28 total points (0.8 per game), including one goal and 27 assists through 37 contests.
• New York’s Will Cuylle has 24 points, courtesy of 11 goals (third on team) and 13 assists (fourth).
• Igor Shesterkin’s record stands at 11-15-1 on the season, allowing 78 goals (3.1 goals against average) and collecting 745 saves with a .905 save percentage (26th in the league).

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Washington vs. New York Game Info

• Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025
• Time: 12:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ABC
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• Location: Washington D.C.
• Venue: Capital One Arena

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