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Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers Game 5 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers meet for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals Thursday at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan. The series is tied 2-2. Puck drop is set for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN/ESPN+). Below, we look at the Lightning vs. Rangers Game 5 odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Lightning started out in a 2-0 series hole, falling 6-2 in Game 1 at Madison Square Garden, and then narrowly by a 3-2 count in Game 2. Tampa Bay won both games on home ice to square the series, outscoring New York by a 7-3 count.

The Rangers have registered 8 consecutive victories on home ice dating back to Game 1 of the Pittsburgh series, their very first game of the postseason. New York lost a triple-overtime thriller in that one, or it would be perfect in front of the home faithful this postseason.

Lightning at Rangers odds and lines

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  • Money line: Lightning -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Rangers +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Lightning -1.5 (+185) | Rangers +1.5 (-260)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +112 | U: -140)

Lightning at Rangers projected goalies

Andrei Vasilevskiy (10-5-0, 2.44 GAA, .925 SV%, 1 SO – postseason) vs. Igor Shesterkin (10-7-0, 2.65 GAA, .929 SV% – postseason)

Vasilevskiy wasn’t himself in the first game of this series, and in Game 2, for the most part. However, in 2 wins on home ice against the Rangers, the Tampa star allowed just 3 goals on 65 shots.

Shesterkin suffered a pair of losses in Games 3 and 4 in Tampa, but he has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of his past 14 playoff starts since getting pulled early in Game 4 of the Pittsburgh series.

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Lightning at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 3, Lightning 1

Money line

The RANGERS (+105) are short ‘dogs at home despite the fact they have won 8 consecutive games at home, and are a triple-overtime loss away from being a perfect 9-for-9 at MSG during this postseason. Until the Lightning (-130) prove they can win in New York, keep backing the home side.

Against the spread

The Rangers +1.5 (-260) are too expensive for my liking if you find the need for insurance. If you like New York, just play it straight up. Risking over 2 times your potential return is just silly.

PASS.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (-140) is the play, as it has been the past 3 games. While it’s a moderate amount of chalk to eat, each of the past 3 games have seen exactly 5 total goals.

Under bettors have had to sweat it out each night, so play this one lightly. It easily could’ve flipped to an Over with a late empty-net goal or just 1 more score of any variety in any of the previous 3 outings.

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New York Rangers at Tampa Bay Lightning Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New York Rangers at Tampa Bay Lightning Game 4 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning meet for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals Tuesday at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Fla. The Rangers lead the series 2-1. Puck drop is set for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN/ESPN+). Below, we look at the Rangers vs. Lightning Game 4 odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Rangers jumped out to a 2-0 lead in Game 3 thanks to a pair of power-play goals in the second period by Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider. However, New York could not hold the lead, coughing up 3 unanswered goals.

The Lightning were staring into the abyss, down 2-0, and about to face a 3-0 series deficit. Nikita Kucherov struck for a power-play goal midway through the second, and Steven Stamkos managed a PPG in the third to tie things up and get the crowd back into it. Ondrej Palat then notched the game-winning goal with 42 seconds left to win 3-2.

Rangers at Lightning odds and lines

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  • Money line: Rangers +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Lightning -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +1.5 (-180) | Lightning -1.5 (+140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +105 | U: -130)

Rangers at Lightning projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (10-6-0, 2.62 GAA, .930 SV% – postseason) vs. Andrei Vasilevskiy (9-5-0, 2.54 GAA, .922 SV%, 1 SO – postseason)

Shesterkin allowed 3 goals on 52 shots in Game 3 as he was under siege for most of the afternoon. The goal to Palat with less than a minute to go might stick with him, although that was the only even-strength goal he allowed in the entire game.

Vasilevskiy was hammered for 6 goals on 34 shots in Game 1 in New York, but he has yielded just 5 goals across the past two games on 58 shots. He allowed 2 or fewer goals in 6 of the previous 8 playoff games.

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Rangers at Lightning picks and predictions

Prediction

Lightning 3, Rangers 1

Money line

The LIGHTNING (-180) are a little on the expensive side, and this is my limit for a money line play. But I am feeling the 2-time defending champs, and I think they’ll carry over the momentum from Palat’s late goal in Game 3 to even this series up.

Against the spread

The LIGHTNING -1.5 (+140) are worth a roll of the dice on the puck line. Tampa Bay has won 4 of its past 7 playoff games by just 1 goal, and it might take a late empty-net goal to secure the puck line win. But I think Vasilevskiy has his best showing of the series, notching a 2-2 series tie en route to a pivotal Game 5 back in Manhattan Thursday.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (-130) is a good play here. Shesterkin and Vasilevskiy have yet to have a low-scoring duel in this series. Sure, Games 2 and 3 each featured a total of 5 goals, but I think defense and goaltending is even better in this game, as high-danger chances will be at a premium as the intensity of the series ratchets to an all-time high.

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Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers Game 1 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers meet for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals Wednesday at Madison Square Garden in New York. Puck drop for the opener of the best-of-7 series is 8 p.m. ET (ESPN/ESPN+). Below, we look at the Lightning vs. Rangers Game 1 odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Lightning have been waiting to resume play since May 23 after sweeping the Florida Panthers in the second round. Tampa Bay outscored Florida by a 13-3 count, holding the regular season’s top-scoring team down. RW Nikita Kucherov leads the team with 15 points (4 goals, 11 assists) this postseason.

The Rangers did it again in the second round, winning a pair of elimination games to erase a 3-2 series deficit to win in 7 games against the Carolina Hurricanes. C Mika Zibanejad has been a horse with 19 points (7 goals, 12 assists) this postseason.

Lightning at Rangers odds and lines

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  • Money line: Lightning -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Rangers +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Lightning -1.5 (+180) | Rangers +1.5 (-250)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Lightning at Rangers projected goalies

Andrei Vasilevskiy (8-3-0, 2.23 GAA, .932 SV%, 1 SO – postseason) vs. Igor Shesterkin (8-5-0, 2.68 GAA, .928 SV% – postseason)

Vasilevskiy allowed just 3 total goals in the 4-game sweep of the high-octane Panthers. In Game 4, he saved his best for last, turning aside all 49 shots he faced for his first shutout of the postseason. “Vassy” was 0-2 with a 3.03 GAA and .875 SV% in the regular season against the Rangers.

Shesterkin has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 10 straight playoff games since getting pulled in Game 4 in Pittsburgh in the first round. He has won 4 of his past 5 starts. Shesterkin was a stellar 3-0 with a 1.30 GAA and .958 SV% against the Lightning in the regular season.

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Lightning at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lightning 4, Rangers 3

Money line

The LIGHTNING (-130) are the two-time defending champs, and they’re rested. The Rangers (+105) are coming off of a grueling 7-game series, their second straight to open the postseason.

So what do you believe? Do you like a rested team, or feel they’ll be rusty? Or do you like a team that just got done playing, and feel they’ll have plenty of momentum? I like the first part. I like Tampa’s experience, and I like the fact Tampa comes in rejuvenated and ready to go.

Against the spread

The Rangers +1.5 (-250) are 4-1 in the past 5 games against the puck line, but risking two-and-a-half times your potential return is just too much. If you like New York, play them straight up. I don’t like that, however.

PASS.

Over/Under

The OVER 5.5 (-108) is a risky play, mainly because we have 2 premier goaltenders squaring off against each other. But Tampa is well rested and ready to go, and New York’s power play was on fire in the second round against Carolina. Look for plenty of goals in this series opener.

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New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes Game 7 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes Game 7 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes meet for Game 7 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals playoff series Monday at PNC Arena in Raleigh, N.C. The series is tied 3-3. Puck drop is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we look at the Rangers vs. Hurricanes Game 7 odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Rangers hit the road for this decisive Game 7, looking to improve upon their 1-5 record away from Madison Square Garden. The good news is that New York has posted a 7-1 record in its last 8 Game 7 chances.

The Hurricanes are a perfect 7-0 at home in these playoffs, the longest streak to start the playoffs since 2014. They’re also a perfect 6-0 in Game 7 contests since the franchise relocated from Hartford to Carolina. The team’s 7 home victories in the playoffs are its most since winning 10 en route to the 2006 Stanley Cup title.

Rangers at Hurricanes odds and lines

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  • Money line: Rangers +122 (bet $100 to win $122) | Hurricanes -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +1.5 (-220) | Hurricanes -1.5 (+165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +112 | U: -140)

Rangers at Hurricanes projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (7-5-0, 2.74 GAA, .926 SV% – postseason) vs. Antti Raanta (6-5-0, 2.20 GAA, .924 SV%, 1 SO – postseason)

Shesterkin turned aside 37 of the 39 shots he faced in Game 6 at MSG. He’s posted a 2.02 GAA and .926 SV% in the 3 road games in this series despite being 0-3 at PNC Arena.

Raanta was yanked in Game 6 after allowing 3 goals on the first 13 shots, replaced by rookie G Pyotr Kochetkov. He’s been on fire on home ice in this series, going 3-0 with a 0.66 GAA and .970 SV% at PNC Arena.

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Rangers at Hurricanes picks and predictions

Prediction

Hurricanes 2, Rangers 1

Money line

The HURRICANES (-150) are moderate favorites on home ice in Game 7, and they should be able to get it done and advance to face the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Eastern Conference Final. While the Rangers have been money at home, they have struggled away from MSG in these playoffs. New York is just 1-5 in its last 6 road playoff outings.

Against the spread

The Rangers +1.5 (-220) will cost you more than two times your potential return, and that’s just too much risk for a little bit of insurance.

PASS.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (-140) is the best bet on the board, as goals have been at a premium in this series at PNC Arena. The Rangers and Hurricanes have combined for 9 total goals in 3 games in Raleigh (just 3.0 GPG). With everything on the line, these teams should see few scoring opportunities.

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Carolina Hurricanes at New York Rangers Game 6 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Carolina Hurricanes at New York Rangers Game 6 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers meet for Game 6 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals playoff series Saturday at Madison Square Garden in New York. The Hurricanes lead the series 3-2. Puck drop is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN), Below, we look at the Hurricanes vs. Rangers odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Hurricanes head to New York hoping their 6th playoff road game will be a charm. Carolina was in a 5-way tie for the most road wins during the regular season, but so far it is 0-5 in 5 road playoff outings.

The Rangers are facing an elimination game, but they have excelled in the playoffs with their backs against the wall. New York won 3 elimination games in the 1st round to advance after going down 3-1 against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Hurricanes at Rangers odds and lines

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  • Money line: Hurricanes -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Rangers -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Hurricanes -1.5 (+205) | Rangers +1.5 (-300)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +120 | U: -150)

Hurricanes at Rangers projected goalies

Antti Raanta (6-4-0, 1.99 GAA, .931 SV%, 1 SO – postseason) vs. Igor Shesterkin (6-5-0, 2.80 GAA, .924 SV% – postseason)

Raanta has been on fire in these playoffs, easily the most experience he has ever had in the postseason. He has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 5 of his past 6 starts, with the lone exception being 4 goals allowed in Game 5.

Shesterkin has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of his last 8 starts since getting pulled in Game 4 in Pittsburgh in the 1st round. He allowed just 1 goal on 31 shots in his most recent home start against Carolina in Game 4 of this series.

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Hurricanes at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Hurricanes 3, Rangers 2

Money line

The HURRICANES (-115) are slight favorites in this elimination game, as the books give them the edge. Carolina is due for a victory, and it appeared to solve its power-play problems with a goal on the man advantage in Game 5. Still, the Hurricanes are just 1-for-21 on the power play on the road in the postseason.

Against the spread

The Rangers +1.5 (-300) will cost you three times your potential return if you’d like a little insurance and don’t trust them straight up. That’s not a good long-term betting strategy.

PASS, and just bet New York straight up if you like them. I believe their time is up, however, and Carolina finally gets it done away from home.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (-150) is a little on the expensive side, but that’s because the total hasn’t gone Over in 5 games in this series. The Under has cashed in 6 straight for the Hurricanes, too. The way Raanta and Shesterkin have been playing, there is no sense changing to the Over now.

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New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes Game 5 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes meet for Game 5 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals playoff series Thursday at PNC Arena in Raleigh, N.C. Series is tied 2-2. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we look at the Rangers vs. Hurricanes Game 5 odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Rangers held serve at home, winning both Games 3 and 4 to tie the series. New York now heads to Raleigh looking to snap a 1-4 slide on the road in the postseason.

The Hurricanes limp home after 2 more failed tries on the road, slipping to 0-5 away from home in the playoffs. However, they’re 6-0 in 6 games at PNC Arena during this postseason. They’re the first NHL team since the 1962 Toronto Maple Leafs to see the home team win the first 11 games to start a postseason.

Rangers at Hurricanes odds and lines

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  • Money line: Rangers +122 (bet $100 to win $122) | Hurricanes -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +1.5 (-220) | Hurricanes -1.5 (+165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +115 | U: -145)

Rangers at Hurricanes projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (6-2-0, 2.77 GAA, .925 SV% – postseason) vs. Antti Raanta (5-4-0, 2.09 GAA, .931 SV%, 1 SO – postseason)

Shesterkin has shut down the Hurricanes in this entire series, really, and Carolina should feel fortunate to be tied 2-2. The Rangers goaltender has allowed just 5 total goals on 122 shots through the first 4 games, good for a .959 SV%.

Raanta was money in the first 3 games of this series, yielding just 3 goals on 81 shots. He allowed 4 goals on 28 shots in Game 4, but the goals allowed weren’t really his fault, and he made some spectacular saves, too.

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Rangers at Hurricanes picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 3, Hurricanes 2

Money line

The RANGERS (+122) are worth a roll of the dice as the road underdogs. The Hurricanes have been playing with fire, and easily could have lost at home in Game 1. New York led until the final 3 minutes in the series opener before C Sebastian Aho scored to force overtime. Look for the Rangers to finally strike in Carolina’s barn.

Against the spread

The Rangers +1.5 (-220) will cost you more than two times your potential return if you want a little insurance. If you like the Rangers, just play them straight up instead.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-145) is the play in Game 5.

The Under has connected in all of the first 4 games in this series, so what is going to change as the pressure ramps up?

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New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s New York Rangers at Carolina Hurricanes Game 1 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes meet for Game 1 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals playoff series Wednesday at PNC Arena in Raleigh, N.C. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we look at the Rangers vs. Hurricanes Game 1 odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Rangers won 3 straight elimination contests against the Pittsburgh Penguins, erasing a 3-1 series deficit to win in 7 games. The good news is that New York scored an average of 4.0 goals per game in the Pittsburgh series, but the bad news is that they allowed 23 goals across the final 5 games.

The Hurricanes went 0-3 on the road and 4-0 at home in their opening series against the Boston Bruins. The good news is that the Metropolitan Division champions have home-ice advantage in this series, and Carolina won the division thanks mostly in large part to a pair of late-season road wins against these Rangers in April.

Rangers at Hurricanes odds and lines

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  • Money line: Rangers +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Hurricanes -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Bruins +1.5 (-180) | Hurricanes -1.5 (+140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

Rangers at Hurricanes projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (4-2-0, 3.66 GAA, .910 SV%, postseason) vs. Antti Raanta (3-2-0, 2.37 GAA, .927 SV%, postseason)

Shesterkin made 118 saves in the first 2 games of the Penguins series. He posted 79 saves in Game 1, a triple-overtime loss, the 2nd-most saves in a playoff game in NHL history. Shesterkin looked fatigued in Games 3 and 4, and he was pulled in each. However, he bounced back with 3 straight wins to close out the series.

Raanta overcame an injury early in the Boston series to pick up 3 victories, including Game 7. The status for regular starter G Frederik Anderson (lower body) is uncertain, so it’s likely Raanta between the pipes until further notice.

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Rangers at Hurricanes picks and predictions

Prediction

Hurricane 4, Rangers 2

Money line

The HURRICANES (-175) are a little on the expensive side, but they’re worth playing based on their dominance at home. Carolina won all 4 games at PNC Arena against Boston and is 41-14 in the past 55 games as a home favorite.

Against the spread

The HURRICANES -1.5 (+140) are worth a roll of the dice, although it will be difficult for the offense to solve a well-rested Shesterkin. While the Rangers have dominated the Hurricanes over the years, Carolina has won 6 of the last 7 meetings overall, while covering the puck line in 4 of the past 6 matchups.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-120) is worth playing lightly based on the first series results for both teams. The Rangers cashed the Over in all 7 games against the Penguins, while the Hurricanes went 5-1-1 to the Over against the Bruins.

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New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 4 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers (1-2) and Pittsburgh Penguins (2-1) meet for Game 4 of their 1st-round Eastern Conference playoff series Monday at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. The Penguins lead the series 2-1. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we look at the Rangers vs. Penguins odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Rangers haven’t had difficulty scoring goals, lighting the lamp 12 times through the first three games. Unfortunately, New York has allowed 13 goals so far in the series, including a 7-4 setback in Game 3.

The Pens chased Igor Shesterkin after totaling four goals in the first 20 minutes in Game 3. The third-string backstop Louis Domingue came on in relief for the win in Game 1, and he made 32 saves on 36 shots in Game 3 for the victory.

Rangers at Penguins odds and lines

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  • Money line: Rangers -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Penguins -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +1.5 (-320) | Penguins -1.5 (+210)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

Rangers at Penguins projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (36-13-4, 2.07 GAA, .935 SV%, 6 SO – regular season) vs. Louis Domingue (1-1-0, 2.02 GAA, .952 SV%, 0 SO – regular season)

Shesterkin stopped 118 shots in the first two games, and he made 11 saves on 15 shots in the first period of Game 3 before getting pulled in favor of Alexandar Georgiev. There’s no way the Rangers get away from Shesterkin for Game 4, however.

Domingue has been good enough to help the Pens to a 2-1 series lead, which is nothing short of spectacular, considering he is the third-string netminder. He stopped 32 of 36 shots in the 7-4 victory in Game 3.

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Rangers at Penguins picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 5, Penguins 3

Money line

The RANGERS (-110) should bounce back with a Game 4 victory. Shesterkin has been Vezina quality so far this season, and New York will get his best to help even the series 2-2 and send it back to Madison Square Garden for a pivotal Game 5.

Against the spread

The Rangers +1.5 (-320) would cost you over three times your potential return, and that’s just not a sound long-term betting strategy. If you like New York, and you should, just play them on the money line.

AVOID.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+110) is the play here.

Shesterkin will be better, and I expect New York to pick up the win. But I am still not sold on Domingue being the man. While yes, the Pens won in the third overtime in Game 1 in relief, and in Game 3, Domingue is still shaky. He allowed four goals in Game 3 and five goals in Game 2. The Pens backstop is going to give up plenty, making the Over the best bet.

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New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 3 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers (1-1) and Pittsburgh Penguins (1-1) meet for Game 3 of their 1st-round Eastern Conference playoff series Saturday at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. The series is tied 1-1. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we look at the Rangers vs. Penguins odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Rangers saw Igor Shesterkin make 79 saves in a triple-overtime loss in Game 1, coming up just short in a 4-3 loss. New York bounced back with a 5-2 victory in Game 2, as the offense came alive and looked sharp.

The Penguins had a wild ride in Game 1. Already down Tristan Jarry due to a foot injury, they were forced to start backup Casey DeSmith. He lasted until double-overtime before exiting with a lower-body injury. Since, it was determined he will need core muscle surgery, and DeSmith is done for the season. Louis Domingue will make the start in Game 3 trying to keep his team in it.

Rangers at Penguins odds and lines

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  • Money line: Rangers -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Penguins +102 (bet $100 to win $102)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rangers -1.5 (+200) | Penguins +1.5 (-290)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

Rangers at Penguins projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (36-13-4, 2.07 GAA, .935 SV%, 6 SO – regular season) vs. Louis Domingue (1-1-0, 2.02 GAA, .952 SV%, 0 SO – regular season)

Shesterkin has been nothing short of amazing in this series so far, already stopping 118 shots across the first two games with six goals allowed. That’s ridiculous, and he isn’t going to get outdueled in this one by a journeyman.

Domingue has been thrust into the starting role out of desperation, but being the No. 1 guy has never really been his thing. He made 35 saves in Game 2, but also allowed five goals. Expect more of the same here.

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Rangers at Penguins picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Penguins 2

Money line

The RANGERS (-125) are a decent play on the road in this Game 3 in the Steel City, and it’s surprising that they’re not favored by more with the Penguins (+102) down to their third-string goaltender. Take advantage.

Against the spread

The RANGERS -1.5 (+200) are worth a look on the puck line for a chance to double up. Yes, New York failed to even win outright in Game 1, but it easily covered the puck line in Game 2, getting to Domingue early and often. Look for more of the same in this one.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-130) is the best play on the board, as New York has the offensive weapons to take care of the Over all on its own. Pittsburgh will get at least a couple past Shesterkin, however, spurred on by a boisterous home crowd, at least early on. We should see at least six total goals, if not more.

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Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Rangers Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Rangers Game 2 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Rangers get together for Game 2 of their 1st-round Eastern Conference playoff series Thursday at Madison Square Garden in New York. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we look at the Penguins vs. Rangers odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Penguins outlasted the Rangers 4-3 in triple-overtime in an odyssey of a series opener. Pittsburgh was forced to start backup G Casey DeSmith due to a foot injury to G Tristan Jarry. DeSmith did a good job, getting the team to double-overtime, but then exited with a lower-body injury.

G Louis Domingue came on cold and helped the Pens to victory when C Evgeni Malkin beat G Igor Shesterkin for the win. The latter made 79 saves and certainly deserved a much better fate.

Penguins at Rangers odds and lines

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  • Money line: Penguins +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Rangers -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Penguins +1.5 (-210) | Rangers -1.5 (+160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

Penguins at Rangers projected goalies

Louis Domingue (1-1-0, 2.02 GAA, .952 SV%, 0 SO – regular season) vs. Igor Shesterkin (36-13-4, 2.07 GAA, .935 SV%, 6 SO – regular season)

Domingue was thrust into action in Game 1, coming on in the second overtime. He was rock-solid for the Pens as he turned aside all 17 shots he faced and earned the victory in relief.

Shesterkin was unreal in the opener. He faced 83 total shots and made 79 saves, good for a .952 SV%. He certainly deserved better after making the second-most saves in NHL history. Only Columbus Blue Jackets G Joonas Korpisalo, who had 85 saves in a first-round loss to Tampa Bay in 2020, has made more.

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Penguins at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Penguins 1

Money line

The RANGERS (-160) are going to bounce back. There is just too much uncertainty for the Penguins in the backstop department regardless of whether DeSmith or Domingue is between the pipes. The team just recalled G Alex D’Orio from its AHL affiliate, and he has never appeared in an NHL game. They’re just one injury away from a disaster.

Against the spread

The RANGERS -1.5 (+160) are a decent small-unit play as they look to rebound in Game 2. Shesterkin was unreal, and he should bounce back for the much-deserved win.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-105) is the lean here, although go lightly due to Pittsburgh’s uncertain goaltending situation.

Still, despite the third- and fourth-string goalies being up for the Pens, we should see plenty of tired legs with scoring chances at a premium after the marathon series opener.

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