New York Rangers vs Pittsburgh Penguins Prediction, Picks & Odds | 11 Oct 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Rangers vs Penguins

The New York Rangers battle the Pittsburgh Penguins in this NHL matchup at PPG PAINTS Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday, October 11. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

The Rangers and the Penguins are set to combine for a solid total and Over 6.5 looks well worth taking. This prediction can be backed at a tasty +116.

New York Rangers got the win in their previous game. A 4-0 triumph occurred on the road at KeyBank Center when playing Buffalo Sabres. Adam Fox was one of four different players on the scoresheet. Igor Shesterkin made 37 saves for his shutout.

Pittsburgh Penguins won their last game 4-3, making it successive victories. This was a home win at PPG PAINTS Arena against New York Islanders. Sidney Crosby was among the goalscorers where four different players found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 3-0 in favor of the Penguins when they last played the Rangers, with the encounter taking place at Madison Square Garden. The Rangers have triumphed in seven of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Igor Shesterkin (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	24-17-6	2.5	.912	1
23/24	36-17-2	2.58	.912	4

Arturs Silovs (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	18-10-8	3	.888	2
23/24	3-0-1	2.47	.881	0

5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 3.6 goals from 30.1 shots on goal, with a 11.1% powerplay efficiency. The Rangers have given up 3.6 goals from 29.2 shots, averaging 2.6 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 73.1%.

J.T. Miller is the top points scorer with 12 points, 4 goals and 8 assists, with Artemi Panarin racking up 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Igor Shesterkin have a 2.39 goal against average with a .916 save percentage, including two shutouts.

The Penguins have 7 wins, 2 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.3 goals from 30.4 shots on goal, with a 35.5% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.2 goals from 27.3 shots, averaging 2.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 85.2%.

The top points scorer is Sidney Crosby with 13 points, 8 goals and 5 assists, while Bryan Rust is next best after registering 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists. Goalie Tristan Jarry have a 2.28 GAA with a .918 SV%, including two shutouts.

New York Rangers vs Pittsburgh Penguins Prediction & Picks

We dive into the top New York Rangers vs Pittsburgh Penguins betting angles, including our main match prediction, correct score play, standout player prop picks and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

We should take advantage of the +116 when it comes to going over the total goals line in this NHL clash. These odds are appealing as they look to be on the generous side.

The NHL experts at Sportsgambler.com start by analyzing recent form and staying on top of injury news before making any hockey predictions. From there, we interpret the story the stats are telling to help shape our picks.

Key Rangers vs Penguins stats:

• The 6.5 line has been covered in 12 of the last 20 Rangers games on the road.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Rangers games on the road.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Penguins games at home.

Over 6.5 Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top NHL sportsbooks, our pick carries a 46.3% chance of winning. However, our cappers research has found that the actual probability is between 50-55%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Will Cuylle Over 1.5 Shots -175

Will Cuylle (Rangers) has had Over 1.5 shots on goal in 5 straight games on the road. There is odds of -175 available when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager and we think he’ll cover the line.

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Correct Score Prediction

Rangers 5 - 2 Penguins

Our prediction for the correct score is the Rangers to land a 5-2 victory and this is available at +1500. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Rangers

Penguins

1-0

Rangers

+5000

Penguins

+5500

2-0

Rangers

+4500

Penguins

+5000

2-1

Rangers

+1400

Penguins

+1500

3-0

Rangers

+2800

Penguins

+3500

3-1

Rangers

+1700

Penguins

+2000

3-2

Rangers

+800

Penguins

+900

4-0

Rangers

+3300

Penguins

+5000

4-1

Rangers

+1300

Penguins

+1800

4-2

Rangers

+1400

Penguins

+1700

4-3

Rangers

+1000

Penguins

+1150

5-0

Rangers

+5500

Penguins

+9000

5-1

Rangers

+2000

Penguins

+3300

5-2

Rangers

+1500

Penguins

+2000

5-3

Rangers

+2200

Penguins

+2800

5-4

Rangers

+2000

Penguins

+2200

6-0

Rangers

+8000

Penguins

+13000

6-1

Rangers

+4500

Penguins

+7500

6-2

Rangers

+2800

Penguins

+4000

6-3

Rangers

+2800

Penguins

+3500

6-4

Rangers

+4500

Penguins

+5500

6-5

Rangers

+5000

Penguins

+5500

7-1

Rangers

+8000

Penguins

+12500

7-2

Rangers

+6600

Penguins

+10000

7-3

Rangers

+5000

Penguins

+7000

7-4

Rangers

+6000

Penguins

+8000

7-5

Rangers

+10000

Penguins

+12000

7-6

Rangers

+12000

Penguins

+12500

8-4

Rangers

+11000

Penguins

+14000

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New York Rangers vs Pittsburgh Penguins Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

New York Rangers have the shortest price to win this game, with the sportsbooks giving them a 59% probability due to their -143 Moneyline betting odds. Pittsburgh Penguins are the underdogs at +118 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

1.5 is where the puck line lies, with total goals being 6.5 right now. There are many ways to wager on hockey including Totals. If you want to wager Over 6.5, there are odds of +112.

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Moneyline

Rangers

-143

Penguins

+118

3-Way Moneyline

Rangers

+108

Tie

+340

Penguins

+190

Puck Line

Rangers -1.5

+168

Penguins +1.5

-208

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-139

Over 6.5

+112

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

New York Rangers Stats

Pittsburgh Penguins Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.50 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.90 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 4.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.70 pts and allowed 4.20 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 2.20 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.80 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 25.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 7.8
• Blocks: 13.3
• Faceoff Wins : 28.8
• Hits: 28
• Giveaways: 16.4
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 25.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 10.1
• Blocks: 14.6
• Faceoff Wins : 32.3
• Hits: 23.3
• Giveaways: 14.7
• Takeaways: 4.2

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 29.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.9
• Blocks: 13.4
• Faceoff Wins : 25.3
• Hits: 18.1
• Giveaways: 16
• Takeaways: 4.9

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 31.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 8.5
• Blocks: 15.5
• Faceoff Wins : 25.7
• Hits: 18
• Giveaways: 15.6
• Takeaways: 5.2

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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