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Rangers vs Capitals Betting Pick and Prediction (Bet Both Sides)

By Vinnie Portell |
Feb 17, 2023; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The New York Rangers celebrate a goal scored by forward Chris Kreider (20) during the second period against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 17, 2023; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The New York Rangers celebrate a goal scored by forward Chris Kreider (20) during the second period against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

New York followed a seven-game winning streak with a three-loss skid, but that cloud will fade tonight against a Washington team that’s been struggling even more.

Alex Ovechkin has returned to the Capitals, but the team is 7-14 since the New Year, including six straight losses.

I’ll give you my best pick and prediction for this game in a bit, but first, you’re going to want to learn about the best promotion that sports betting has to offer at DraftKings Sportsbook that you can use on this game.

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Rangers vs. Capitals Predictions

If you pick nearly any stat related to these two teams, New York has a significant advantage. The Rangers have the better overall record. They have a better record on the road (17-6-5) than Washington has at home (14-13-3). They’ve scored more goals, allowed fewer goals and have a better goal differential.

Don’t overthink this pick. Ovechkin is back, but as we saw in his return, that doesn’t mean Washington will win.

I think it will take this team some time to regain their form and I don’t see it happening tonight. Take New York on the moneyline at -135 odds for a good value play.

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Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.

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