Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Washington Capitals taking on the New York Rangers. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

NHL Predictions

Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers

Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

TV: MSG; NHL Network; Monumental Sports Network

Sunday's matchup between the Capitals and Rangers is literally the only game in town. The NHL has taken to some questionable scheduling, and this leaves this Metropolitan Division battle as

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