Predictions, Odds, and Ovechkin Props for Capitals vs Rangers Game on March 5th

• The Capitals are -118 moneyline favorites on the road versus the Rangers on Wednesday night
• Alex Ovechkin is 11 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record
• See the Capitals vs Rangers prediction, odds and Ovechkin props below

It’s no longer a matter of if Alex Ovechkin will break Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal scoring record. It’s a matter of when. The Great Eight’s historic chase continues Wednesday, as his Capitals visit the Rangers as road chalk in the NHL odds.

Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30pm ET at Madison Square Garden, with truTV providing the broadcast coverage.

Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers Odds

The Capitals are currently -118 moneyline favorites, in a game with a total of X. Washington is +215 to cover the 1.5 goal puck line, something they’ve accomplished twice versus New York already this season.

Odds as of March 5 at Caesars. Check out SBD’s Caesars Sportsbook review to see the available sign-up bonuses.

Ovechkin Closing in on History

Ovechkin was stymied in Washington’s last outing, a 5-4 overtime win over Ottawa. Ovy had a glorious chance from his patented left wing spot early on, but Linus Ullmark took away a sure goal with a brilliant save.

The Great Eight was held off the scoreboard despite registering five shots on goal. He’s scored five times in six games coming off the 4 Nations break, averaging five shots on net per night. Ovechkin’s in the midst of the most efficient shooting season of his career, and if this pace continues the record could come even sooner than expected.

As it stands, he’s on a 0.69 goals per game pace in 2024-25. He needs 11 goals to break the record, which means the target date would be 16 games from now. That lines up with a Sunday afternoon date with the Islanders on April 6^th, a team he’s scored 44 times on during his NHL tenure.

Capitals vs Rangers Prediction

• Over 5.5 (-130) at Caesars

Shifting to the matchup on Wednesday, the Capitals enter play first in goals for, and top-five in goals against. They’re a top-six contender in the Stanley Cup odds, and the number one seed in the East.

The Rangers meanwhile, are making a late season playoff push. They’re 7-3 in their last 10, and are right on the Wild Card bubble. New York ranks middle of the pack in goals for and against, with the ladder stat being a surprise given their goaltending situation.

Perennial Vezina odds contender Igor Shesterkin has had an underwhelming season. He’s outside the top-18 in goals against and save percentage, but has showed signs of life lately. Shesterkin is fresh off his fourth shutout of the season, while New York has gone two straight games without conceding a goal.

Before we get too excited about the Rangers newfound suffocating defense, it’s important to note the opposition. They blanked the Islanders and Predators, two teams outside of the playoff race.

New York’s offense has also seen a bump in production, scoring at least four times in four of its past five games. J.T. Miller is riding a six-game point streak, while Artemi Panarin is 21^st in the NHL scoring race.

The Rangers have actually underperformed offensively based on advanced metrics. They rank ninth in expected goals, only two spots behind Washington. The issue is in their own end. Only the Ducks allow more high-danger scoring chances than New York. If there’s one team you can’t afford to give quality opportunities, it’s Ovechkin’s Capitals.

That’s why I’m making over 5.5 goals as my best bet for this matchup. These two teams have met twice this season, with Washington producing 5-3 and 7-4 victories. The Capitals lit up both Shesterkin and Jonathan Quick, with Shesterkin expected to start tonight.

Washington’s defensive prowess has taken a step back, allowing at least three goals in 11 straight. The Rangers new found life has me confident they can punch back, while their shaky back end should lead to plenty of quality chances for the Caps.

Alex Ovechkin Props

NHL Player Prop odds as of March 5 at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Back to Ovechkin, who’s the main event in the NHL player props market. I’m betting he exceeds his shot total and lights the lamp. He’s got 45 career goals versus the Rangers, tied for fourth most versus any team in the league.

He’s taking more shots over the last month than at any point this season, and as mentioned, he’s been ultra efficient with his opportunities. Ovechkin has a personal best 18.1% shooting percentage this season. That’s 5% higher than his career average, and a seven percent increase over 2023-24.

Alex Ovechkin props: Over 3.5 Shots (-120), 1+ Goals (+125)

The Washington Capitals are set to face off against the New York Rangers on March 5th in what is sure to be an exciting matchup. As fans gear up for the game, many are already making predictions and placing bets on the outcome. In this article, we will take a look at the odds for the game and some of the prop bets involving Capitals star player Alex Ovechkin.

The Capitals come into this game as the favorites, with odds of -150 to win. The Rangers, on the other hand, have odds of +130 to pull off the upset. These odds are based on a number of factors, including the teams’ recent performance, injuries, and head-to-head matchups.

One player to keep an eye on in this game is Alex Ovechkin. The Capitals’ captain is known for his scoring prowess and is always a threat to find the back of the net. Ovechkin currently leads the team in goals scored and is a key player for Washington. As such, there are several prop bets involving Ovechkin for this game.

One popular prop bet is whether Ovechkin will score a goal in the game. The odds for Ovechkin to score are currently set at -110, indicating that oddsmakers believe there is a good chance he will find the back of the net. Another prop bet is whether Ovechkin will record an assist in the game, with odds of +150 for him to do so.

In addition to individual player props, there are also team props available for this game. One such prop is whether the Capitals will score over or under 3.5 goals in the game. The odds for the Capitals to score over 3.5 goals are currently set at +120, indicating that oddsmakers believe they have a good chance of putting up a high-scoring performance.

As fans eagerly await the puck drop on March 5th, there is no shortage of excitement surrounding this matchup between the Capitals and Rangers. With predictions, odds, and prop bets all pointing to an entertaining game, it’s sure to be a must-watch for hockey fans everywhere.