NHL Betting Preview: Penguins vs Rangers

The Pittsburgh Penguins meet the New York Rangers in this NHL matchup at Madison Square Garden, with face-off scheduled for 20:00 on Tuesday, October 7. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

Best Bet Could Be Backing Over 5.5

We should take advantage of the -133 when it comes to the Penguins and the Rangers going Over 5.5. These odds look to be on the generous side.

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Rangers Are 7 From 10 on the H2H

Pittsburgh Penguins closed out last season in style, securing a 5–2 home win over the Washington Capitals at PPG Paints Arena. Bryan Rust registered two goals, with Sidney Crosby, Danton Heinen and Philip Tomasino also finding the net.

New York Rangers won their final game of the 2024/25 season, recording a 4–0 home victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning at Madison Square Garden. Mika Zibanejad scored two goals, with Vincent Trocheck and Chris Kreider also scoring. For the shutout, Igor Shesterkin made 27 saves.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw the Rangers claim a 5-3 win over the Penguins at PPG PAINTS Arena. The Rangers have triumphed in seven of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Tristan Jarry (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	12-10-5	3.23	.890	0
23/24	19-25-5	2.91	.903	6

Igor Shesterkin (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	24-26-4	2.8	.908	5
23/24	36-17-2	2.58	.912	4

Pittsburgh Penguins – Last 10 Games

5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.0 goals from 28.5 shots on goal, with a 30.0% powerplay efficiency. The Penguins have been giving up 3.2 goals from 26.8 shots, averaging 3.2 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.4%.

Sidney Crosby is the top points scorer with 13 points, 8 goals and 5 assists, with Bryan Rust recording 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Tristan Jarry have a 3.13 goal against average with a .882 save percentage, including two shutouts.

New York Rangers – Last 10 Games

The Rangers have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 4.2 goals from 30.6 shots on goal, with a 12.9% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.9 goals from 27.9 shots, averaging 2.8 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 71.4%.

The top points scorer is Artemi Panarin with 14 points, 6 goals and 8 assists, while J.T. Miller is next best after registering 14 points, 4 goals and 10 assists. Goalie Igor Shesterkin have a 3.30 GAA with a .881 SV%, including one shutout.

Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers Prediction & Picks

Our Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers betting preview covers everything you need, including a key match prediction, correct score insight and a value-packed bet builder recommendation.

Game Prediction

We’ve found some value for this NHL encounter as we expect the lamp to be lit at least six times. It means that Overs could be on the cards and that is available at -133.

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Key Penguins vs Rangers stats:

The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Penguins games on the road.
The 5.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Penguins games.
The 5.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Rangers games.
The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Rangers games.

Over 5.5 Probability

According to the top betting sites, there’s a 57.1% chance of our pick landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 60-65%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers Bet Builder Tips

Totals Over 5.5

Puck Line Penguins +1.5

Highest Scoring Period Third Period

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Correct Score Prediction

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There could be merit in backing the Rangers to win 6-2. Odds of +2200 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.

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Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Books Running Scared of Rangers Win

You might not get rich backing New York Rangers at -222. However, the sportsbooks’ betting odds imply a 69% chance of winning this game. Pittsburgh Penguins are the underdogs at +180 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 5.5. Having a bet on Totals is one of the most popular hockey wagers. If you want to back Over 5.5, it’s -133.

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Moneyline

3-Way Moneyline

Puck Line

Total Goals

Best Betting Offers

Last 5 & H2H

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Last 5 Games

Rangers

NHL: 18/04 Lightning0 Rangers 4
NHL: 15/04 Rangers5 Panthers 3
NHL: 12/04 Rangers3 Hurricanes 7
NHL: 11/04 Rangers9 Islanders 2
NHL: 10/04 Flyers8 Rangers 5

Head to Head

Pittsburgh vs NY Rangers

NHL: 23/02 2025 Rangers 5 Penguins 3
NHL: 08/02 2025 Penguins 3 Rangers 2
NHL: 07/12 2024 Penguins 2 Rangers 4
NHL: 10/10 2024 Rangers 6 Penguins 0
NHL: 02/04 2024 Penguins 5 Rangers 2
NHL: 16/03 2024 Rangers 7 Penguins 4
NHL: 23/11 2023 Rangers 1 Penguins 0
NHL: 19/03 2023 Penguins 0 Rangers 6
NHL: 17/03 2023 Penguins 2 Rangers 4
NHL: 12/03 2023 Rangers 2 Penguins 3

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Pittsburgh Penguins Stats

New York Rangers Stats

Moneyline

5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

Game Totals: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.50 pts and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

Game Totals: An average of 8.10 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.90 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 5.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.20 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

Goals Powerplay: 0.9
Shots: 28.5
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.2
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 7.5
Blocks: 10.8
Faceoff Wins : 31.1
Hits: 24.6
Giveaways: 16.6
Takeaways: 5.4

Last 10 Games on the Road

Goals Powerplay: 0.8
Shots: 26.5
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.3
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 7.9
Blocks: 12.7
Faceoff Wins : 30.1
Hits: 22
Giveaways: 15.2
Takeaways: 5.1

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

Goals Powerplay: 0.4
Shots: 30.6
Goals Shorthanded: 0.4
Penalties: 2.8
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 6.4
Blocks: 13.2
Faceoff Wins : 31.3
Hits: 19.3
Giveaways: 15.8
Takeaways: 5.8

Last 10 Home Games

Goals Powerplay: 0.1
Shots: 25.8
Goals Shorthanded: 0.4
Penalties: 3.6
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 9.7
Blocks: 12.6
Faceoff Wins : 30.6
Hits: 27.8
Giveaways: 15.7
Takeaways: 4.4

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Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Pittsburgh Penguins Injury Table

Type

Name

Info

Kevin Hayes

Injured

Bryan Rust

Injured

Rutger McGroarty

Injured

New York Rangers Injury Table

Type

Name

Info

Artemi Panarin

Injured

J.T. Miller

Injured

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

Previous Pittsburgh Penguins Lineups

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Capitals 2-5 Penguins

Metropolitan	P%	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Carolina	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Columbus	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 New Jersey	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 NY Islanders	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 NY Rangers	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Philadelphia	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Pittsburgh	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Washington	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-

East Atlantic	P%	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Boston	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Buffalo	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Detroit	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Florida	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Montreal	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Ottawa	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Tampa Bay	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Toronto	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-

East Central	P%	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Chicago	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Colorado	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Dallas	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Minnesota	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Nashville	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 St Louis	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Utah	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Winnipeg	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-

West Pacific	P%	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Anaheim	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Calgary	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Edmonton	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 LA Kings	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 San Jose	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Seattle	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Vancouver	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-
1 Vegas	-	0-0-0	0-0-0	0-0	-	-

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