Rangers Gear Up for Capitals at Home Following Back-to-Back Road Victories

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Rangers Gear Up for Capitals at Home Following Back-to-Back Road Victories

The NHL matchup this Sunday features the Washington Capitals against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. With game time set for 7 p.m. ET, both teams are motivated to secure a win.

Capitals Riding Momentum

The Capitals enter this game with a record of 1-1-0, fresh off a 4-2 victory over the New York Islanders. This win ignites their hopes for continued success against the Rangers, who hold a record of 2-1-0 after back-to-back road victories, including a commanding 6-1 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Historical Matchup

Last season, the Capitals dominated their regular-season encounters with the Rangers, sweeping the three-game series. This marked their first series sweep against New York since the 2018-19 season. The Capitals currently enjoy a 7-4-0 record in their last 11 matchups against the Rangers.

All-Time Series Showcase

Total games played: 240
Capitals wins: 120
Rangers wins: 101
OT/SO losses: 18

The Ovechkin Factor

Washington’s captain, Alex Ovechkin, has yet to score in two games this season. However, he holds a significant record of 46 goals and 72 points in 76 games against the Rangers. Ovechkin scored four goals against New York last season, and he is on the brink of a notable milestone—three goals away from becoming the first player to reach 900 goals in NHL history.

Zibanejad’s Role

For the Rangers, Mika Zibanejad is expected to play a crucial role. Shifting from wing to center, Zibanejad fills in for the injured Vincent Trocheck. He currently has 36 points from 47 games against the Capitals, including a short-handed goal in the previous game.

Player Highlights

Mika Zibanejad: 36 points (19 goals, 17 assists) against Capitals.
Alex Ovechkin: Needs 3 goals for 900, 18 points to pass Joe Sakic.

Rangers’ Goalie Situation

Jonathan Quick is set to make his season debut in goal for the Rangers. Last season, he faced the Capitals and allowed six goals on 27 shots in a prior matchup. His experience will be vital as the Rangers look to secure their first home win of the season.

Matchup Preview

As the Capitals and Rangers prepare to face off, both teams have their strengths and key players to watch. With the game looming, fans can expect an exciting matchup filled with competitive spirit.

Don’t miss the action at 7 p.m. ET, broadcast across multiple networks including MNMT, NHLN, MSG, SN1, and TVAS.