Washington vs New York Rangers Prediction 26 April 2024

Washington is heading home with a 0-2 deficit. And it must be admitted that such a scenario was quite expected. New York rightfully leads in the series, but on April 27, with the support of their home “Capital One Arena,” the “Capitals” will try to introduce some intrigue into it.

If in the first match Washington was blown away without a chance, in the second they gave the favorite a fight. Spencer Carbery's proteges scored first, managed to equalize the score in the second period and reduced the gap to a minimum in the third, making fans believe in a miracle. However, it did not happen. Another defeat, and Ovechkin again without any points.

New York, on the other hand, is one of the main favorites in the battle for the trophy, so they are expected to get past such an opponent. And so far, the team is moving towards this without much trouble. Even in the second meeting, when the “Capitals” showed some teeth, Peter Laviolette's charges did not falter and did their job, as they say, with class.

Probable lineups:

Washington: Lindgren – Carlson, Fehervary – Oshie, McMichael, Ovechkin

New York: Shesterkin – Fox, Lindgren – Roslovic, Zibanejad, Kreider

Bir, Jensen, Backstrom, and Sandin will not be able to help the hosts. The guests traditionally will not be able to count on Wheeler and Hietila.

The “Capitals” showed their teeth in the last match, and the support of the fans should give them strength to do it a second time. Let’s risk assuming that Ovechkin and company will surprise by managing not to lose at least in regulation time.