NHL Predictions: Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers, January 4

Greetings from NHL Predictions again. Every day, Last Word on Hockey examines the upcoming schedule and provides analysis and insight to assist forecast the outcome of head-to-head matches. We are examining the New York Rangers vs. Washington Capitals game in today’s NHL Predictions. Check out additional NHL Predictions as the 2024–25 season progresses.
NHL Forecasts
The Washington Capitals versus. New York Rangers
Head-to-Head: Capitals 1-0 Rangers
Eastern Standard Time (EST) at noon
The highlighted matchup between rivals from the Metropolitan Division kicks off our NHL predictions. Jonathan Quick will probably start in goal for the Rangers, but before deciding on a daily fantasy starter, always check social media. New York has a 3-6 record versus divisional opponents going into this matchup. With 11 goals and 13 assists for the Rangers, Will Cuylle has been a shining example.
Logan Thompson is anticipated to start in goal for Washington in this match. In order to set their respective lineups, fantasy owners should take note of the early start time. Going into this game, the Capitals had a 5-4-1 record in their last ten games. For the Capitals, Aliaksei Protas has recorded 16 goals and 16 assists.
When Quick started the previous game, the Rangers performed admirably. But the victory should go to Washington.