The New York Rangers and Washington Capitals get set for Game 2 from Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, and we're offering our expert Capitals vs. Rangers player props and predictions based on the best NHL odds.
Game 1 didn't deviate from the pre-series script, with the New York Rangers handling their business 4-1 at home. It was a typical Blueshirts performance, with a defensive effort tighter than Lululemon-like spandex as the highlight. A highly charged yet disciplined physical display complemented timely goals from role players and sound play from Igor Shesterkin in goal. The victory led to the Rangers' Stanley Cup odds shortening.
The Washington Capitals were unable to get anything going offensively, which was about as surprising as seeing Lululemon pants worn at the gym. The Caps have scored more than two goals just once in their last 12 games. The puck will dr op from Madison Square Garden at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
Here are our best Capitals vs. Rangers player props and NHL picks (odds via our best NHL betting sites; Pick confidence is based on a 1-to-5-star scale).
Capitals vs. Rangers Game 2 player props
- Rangers -1.5 spread (+108 via FanDuel) ????
- Artemi Panarin Over 3.5 shots (-133 via BetMGM) ????
- Mika Zibanejad Over 0.5 assists (+100 via DraftKings) ????
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Capitals vs. Rangers prop bet predictions for Tuesday
The Capitals will do their best to bounce back from an insipid offensive display in Game 1, but the challenge is enormous considering how dialed -in the Rangers were. New York increased its attention to detail in the defensive end, and Shesterkin can bail out the Rangers on the odd occasion that's required.
The Caps have averaged 1.92 goals per game in their last 12, including an empty-net gimme against the Philadelphia Flyers to get them into the postseason. Alexander Ovechkin didn't muster a shot on goal in the series opener for just the fourth time in 148 playoff contests. While it would be naive to think he won't be out for vengeance, the Caps have repeatedly proven that they score at about the same rate as an acne-riddled teen.
FanDuel rises above the rest of our best sports betting sites for this one, offering +108. That implies a 48.08% probability and pays a $10.80 profit on a winning $10 bet.
Best odds: +108 via FanDuel
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Artemi Panarin has averaged 2.71 shots per game in 58 career postseason contests, but he's playing the most inspired hockey of his career. The 32-year-old's 3.7 shots per contest in the regular season increased to 4.9 during the eight encounters leading up to the playoffs. He improved upon that uptick in Game 1 with seven shots on goal.
While it's unclear whether the Breadman's steep rise is due to adding more yeast pre-game, Panarin deserves a ton of credit for spearheading the Rangers' offense. Look for that to continue in Game 2.
BetMGM offers the best value at -133, albeit marginally. Of the other best sports betting apps, DraftKings follows closely behind at -135. A winning $10 bet at BetMGM pays a profit of $7.52 and implies a 57.08% probability.
Best odds: -133 via BetMGM
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An apple per game has made Mika Zibanejad hard to tame. The Rangers' center has logged an assist in eight straight matchups dating back to April 5. He's also notched 18 helpers across his previous 28 playoff outings. Zibanejad secured his seemingly mandatory assist on a seeing-eye pass to Chris Kreider late in the third period of Game 1.
It's worth backing the Swede to extend his assist streak to nine games, especially at the +100 odds that BetMGM and DraftKings are offering. A $10 winning bet at DraftKings or BetMGM will pay a $10 profit, and there's a 50% implied probability.
Best odds: +100 via DraftKings
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Capitals vs. Rangers Game 2 info & odds
- When: Tuesday, April 23, 7 p.m. ET
- Where: Madison Square Garden, N.Y.
- How to watch: ESPN, Sportsnet
- Favorite: -285 via DraftKings
Capitals-Rangers player props made Monday at 1 p.m. ET. on 4/22/24
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