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New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New York Rangers battle the Pittsburgh Penguins Wednesday to open up each team’s 2024-25 campaign. Puck drop from PPG Paints Arena is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT/Max). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Rangers vs. Penguins odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting of season; Rangers took 2 of 3 last season

The Rangers finished 2023-24 atop the Metropolitan Division with a 55-23-4 record (114 points). They made a push in the playoffs, sweeping the Washington Capitals in the 1st round and the defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-2 in the 2nd round before falling to the eventual champion Florida Panthers 4-2 in the Eastern Conference Final. New York last won the Stanley Cup in 1994.

The Penguins finished 5th in the Metropolitan Division last season with a 38-32-12 record (88 points) and missed the playoffs. They finished middle of the pack in goals scored (253; 18th of 32) and goals allowed (248; 18th). Pittsburgh is seeking a bounce-back year after a disappointing season in 2023-24.

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Rangers at Penguins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 5:54 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Rangers -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Penguins +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers -1.5 (+170) | Penguins +1.5 (-210)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Rangers at Penguins projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin vs. Tristan Jarry

Shesterkin enters his 6th NHL season — all with the Rangers — and has been an integral part of the team’s success. He started 55 games last regular season, going 36-17-2 with a 2.58 GAA, .a 913 SV% and 4 shutouts.

Jarry enters his 9th season — all with the Penguins. He started 48 games with 3 relief appearances last season and finished with a 19-25-5 record. He had a 2.91 GAA, .a 903 SV%, with 6 shutouts.

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Rangers at Penguins picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Penguins 3

Moneyline

BET RANGERS (-145).

New York was one of the NHL’s top teams last season and will be eager to start this season where it left off last year. With Shesterkin in the net anchoring the defense, Pittsburgh will be hard-pressed to find success on offense even at home. Expect a close matchup with the Rangers coming out on top.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

The moneyline presents better value on the Rangers.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6 (-115).

Even with Shesterkin in net for the Rangers, expect Wednesday to contain a lot of energy with it being the opening night. Expect a fast pace and a good number of goals. Pittsburgh almost allowed as many goals as it scored last season, while New York had a goal differential of +53 goals vs. goals allowed.

With a total of just 6, take the OVER.

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New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 6 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 6 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Rangers have their backs against the wall on the road against the Pittsburgh Penguins Friday in Game 6 of their 1st-round Eastern Conference playoff series. The Pens lead the series 3-2. Puck drop from PPG Paints Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TNT).  Below, we look at the Rangers vs. Penguins Game 6 odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

We projected the Rangers to force a Game 6 Wednesday, and they delivered on all our picks as they won 5-3. They actually went down 2-0 before turning it on late in the second period. The Rangers outscored Pittsburgh 5-1 in the last 25 minutes of the game. LW Alexis Lafreniere doubled his point total for the series with a goal and an assist.

C Sidney Crosby has been ruled out Friday after he left Game 5 with 7 minutes to go in the second period with an upper-body injury. He didn’t take part in the morning skate, but G Tristan Jarry did. Jarry hasn’t played in the series (right foot injury) and is out Friday, but could return if it reaches Game 7. LW Jake Guentzel, who has 7 goals and an assist in the series, will have to put the Pens on his back if they want to avoid Game 7.

Rangers at Penguins odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:12 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Rangers -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Penguins +102 (bet $100 to win $102)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rangers -1.5 (+185) | Penguins +1.5 (-260)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -105 | U: -120)

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% – regular season)

According to MoneyPuck.com, Shesterkin led the NHL with 34.1 goals saved above expected in what might lead to a Vezina Trophy. He is 7th in the playoffs with 2.1. So, he hasn’t been as good, but he hasn’t been terrible either. He stopped 29 of 32 in Game 5, and he has a .905 SV% in the series. He was terrible in Pittsburgh, though, allowing 10 goals on 45 shots and hitting the showers early in both games.

Domingue allowed 4 goals on 33 shots in Game 5, and he has allowed 4 goals in 3 of the 5 games. He has actually underperformed as far as MoneyPuck’s metrics go as he’s near the bottom of the playoffs with -3.4 goals saved above expected.

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Rangers at Penguins picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Penguins 2

Money line

Take the RANGERS (-125) quickly because the news about Crosby should continue to drive New York’s price up. If you get in late, look to the puck line instead.

Against the spread

According to StatMuse, the Pens were 5-4-4 without Crosby this season. So while this is bad news for Pittsburgh, it’s not time to cash out Penguins bets to win the series. The key component here is how the Rangers responded to pressure in Game 5. They could have packed it in and called it a season after they got down 2-0 halfway through the game, but they stormed back.

Domingue is starting to crack in goal so look for the Rangers and LW Chris Kreider, who has been scoreless in 2 straight games, to take advantage. LEAN RANGERS -1.5 (+185).

Over/Under

The Over has hit in all 5 games of the series. I have a hunch that changes in this one. Shesterkin hasn’t been himself, and he’ll see an opening to hone in and shut this team down to get it back to MSG. I’d probably lean Over if it were 5.5, but since it has steamed up to 6.5, we’ll LEAN UNDER 6.5 (-120).

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New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and prediction

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

The New York Rangers (42-19-5) face division-rival Pittsburgh Penguins (40-17-10) Tuesday at PPG Paints Arena. 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 are rolling as winners of 4 of the last 5, including a 5-1 home victory against the Penguins Friday. This will be the 6th game in 10 days for the Rangers, and that’s something to be wary of.

Following the aforementioned loss to the Rangers, the Pens exploded for an 11-2 hedgeclipping of the Detroit Red Wings Sunday. C Evgeni Malkin had a hat trick, and he has lit the lamp 6 times during a 4-game goal streak. Pittsburgh has won 4 of the last 6, and the Pens will also be playing their 6th game in 10 days.

Rangers at Penguins odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:01 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Rangers +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Penguins -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +1.5 (-205) | Penguins -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

Rangers at Penguins projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (31-9-3, 2.11 GAA, .936 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (33-13-6, 2.31 GAA, .922 SV%, 4 SO)

The front runner for the Vezina Trophy, Shesterkin hasn’t played since Friday’s victory over the Pens when he stopped 20 of 21 shots. He has been a lot more susceptible of late as his 2.76 March GAA is his worst for any month this season. He has stopped 45 of 47 shots in 2 games against Pittsburgh this season.

The 5 goals Jarry allowed to the Rangers last week account for 25 percent of the pucks that have slipped past him this month. He has been fantastic with a 7-2 record, a 2.23 GAA and a 926 SV% in March. He shut out the Rangers Feb. 26, stopping all 27 shots in a 1-0 victory.

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Rangers at Penguins odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Penguins 3

Money line

This is a tough one to project as both teams are evenly matched and playing fairly well. Both starting goalies have been confirmed. The Rangers trail the Pens by a point in the Metropolitan Division, and that urgency could be the difference – possibly in overtime.

Back the RANGERS (+145) for a HALF UNIT.

Against the spread

The Pens are 14-19 on the puck line at home this season, which gives a ton of pause against a strong team. The Rangers are 19-16 ATS on the road, and they simply need to keep it a 1-goal game to cover. That seems pretty reliable here, and it needs to be with the gallon of juice attached.

Take the RANGERS +1.5 (-205)

Over/Under

The Over is 18-5-3 in the last 26 meetings between the two. Both teams have played a ton during the last 10 days, and tired legs could lead to premium scoring chances on each side.

Take away the Penguins’ 11-goal outburst Sunday and Pittsburgh is averaging 2.9 goals per game in their last 10 outings, while the Rangers averaged 3.4 goals over the last 10. So, let’s roll with the OVER 5.5 (-120).

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New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins NHL odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Rangers (10-9-3) will pay a visit to the Pittsburgh Penguins (13-9-1) Sunday at PPG Paints Arena for a 7:30 p.m. ET puck drop. Below, we analyze the Rangers-Penguins odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Penguins and Rangers are fifth and sixth, respectively, in the East Division. Pittsburgh is 3-1-0 against New York this season, but two of those victories went beyond 60 minutes.

The Penguins topped the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 on home ice Saturday. The Rangers doubled up the New Jersey Devils in a 6-3 road win. New York enters on a three-game winning streak.

Rangers at Penguins: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:27 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Rangers +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Penguins -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Rangers +1.5 (-190) | Penguins -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under: 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Rangers at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Alexandar Georgiev (4-2-2, .906 SV%, 2.79 GAA) vs. Casey DeSmith (4-2-0, .893 SV%, 2.73 GAA)

Igor Shesterkin (groin) remains sidelined by injury so Georgiev will need to start for the second straight day on the road. He stopped 24 of 27 shots on goal in Saturday’s win for his third victory in his last four starts. The Bulgarian allowed 5 goals on 38 shots in an overtime loss to the Penguins Jan. 30.

DeSmith has stepped back into the clear No. 2 role with starter Tristan Jarry rounding into form. He stopped 28 of 30 shots but took the loss against the New York Islanders last Sunday.

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Rangers at Penguins: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Penguins 5, Rangers 2

Money line (ML)

Both teams being on a back-to-back favors the deeper and more talented PENGUINS (-150), who should be backed for the outright win.

The Rangers remain without LW Artemi Panarin (personal) and D Jacob Trouba, and will have the tired goaltender with Georgiev making rare back-to-back starts.

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Against the spread (ATS)

Bet PENGUINS -1.5 (+155) on the puck line for a much better profit if Pittsburgh wins by 2 or more goals. The Pens hold the lead in the season series, and while all three of their victories were decided by single-goal margins, they’re in a more favorable situation Sunday.

The Rangers are also second-last in the NHL with a 5-on-5 Corsi For percentage of just 46.63%. The Penguins are ninth at 50.67% of the total shot attempts at full strength.

Over/Under (O/U)

Bet against both starting goaltenders and back the OVER 6 (-115). Defensive play slips first on tired legs.

The season series is 2-2 against the O/U with combined goal totals of 7, 5, 9 and 4.

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New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s New York Rangers at Pittsburgh Penguins NHL betting odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Rangers (1-2-1) and Pittsburgh Penguins (3-2-0) clash for the second time in three days at PPG Paints Arena. Sunday’s puck drop will be at 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Rangers-Penguins NHL odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Rangers at Penguins: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:10 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Rangers +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Penguins -135 (bet $100 to win $140)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Rangers +1.5 (-250) | Penguins -1.5 (+190)
  • Over/Under: 6.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Rangers at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Igor Shesterkin (0-1-1, .899 SV%, 2.95 GAA) vs. Tristan Jarry (1-2-0, .821 SV%, 5.28 GAA)

Shesterkin took the shootout loss against the Penguins Friday after allowing 3 goals on 28 shots in regulation time. He had previously stopped all 8 shots he faced in relief of Alexandar Georgiev Tuesday.

Jarry picked up his first win of the season Friday while stopping 31 of 34 shots in regulation. He didn’t face the Rangers during his breakout 2019-20 season when he posted a much better .921 save percentage and 2.43 goals against average in 33 total appearances.

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Rangers at Penguins: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Penguins 4, Rangers 3

Money line (ML)

The PENGUINS (-135) should complete a two-game sweep of the Rangers. New York outshot Pittsburgh 34-28 Friday, but total shot attempts at 5-on-5, including blocked and missed shots, were nearly equal and the Penguins registered two more scoring chances at full strength. The teams exchanged power-play goals with the Rangers going 1-for-4 and the Pens going 1-for-2.

Defense and goaltending are still major issues for the Penguins, but Jarry should be given the edge in this matchup with Shesterkin.

Against the spread (ATS)

PASS on the puck line. The single goal of insurance in the event of a Rangers loss is too expensive and there is little reason to trust the Penguins to win by 2 or more goals. Their last three victories were decided in either overtime or a shootout.

The last three games between the Penguins and Rangers dating back to April 2019 have gone to extra time with two decided in overtime and Friday’s contest going to the skills competition. Seven of the last 10 head-to-head clashes have been decided by a single goal with a total of five games going beyond 60 minutes.

Expect another tight decision. TIE (+300) on the 3-way alternate line could be considered at a decent value. It cashes if this game goes to a shootout.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Penguins remain very shorthanded on defense and those injuries have contributed to Jarry’s poor start. It’s also a reason why Pittsburgh is 5-0 against the Over/Under on the season with a total of at least 7 goals scored in all five of its games.

Take the OVER 6.5 (-115) until we see some better play from either of these clubs.

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