Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 10/12/25

The Washington Capitals and New York Rangers clash on Sunday for the only NHL game of the day. These Metropolitan Division teams play the first of four matchups this season, and the Rangers will look to earn their first win against the Capitals since April of 2024. Both teams have multiple games under their belts early into the season, and should be primed and ready for this matchup. These are our Capitals vs. Rangers predictions.

After the Rangers were shutout on opening night, they have looked excellent with a 2-0-0 record, with 10 goals for and just 1 against. All three games this season have come against teams that have middling rosters, however the Rangers look extremely determined. They are a storied franchise that has not gotten over the hump after countless strong seasons, and last season was a disaster. It seems clear they are looking for a major rebound from an 85-point season, and their play has given lots to like. Washington has gone under the radar so far in low-event games, showing little dominance and explosiveness so far. Im leaning on the home team New York Rangers, so take them on the money line for our Capitals vs. Rangers predictions.

Capitals vs. Rangers prediction: New York Rangers money line (-105) available at time of publishing. Playable to (-120).

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