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New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The New York Rangers (10-8-1) visit the Washington Capitals (10-6-0) on Tuesday, February 23, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: MSG. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers.

NHLTuesday, February 23, 2027
New York Rangers logoNew York Rangers10-8-1
7:00 PM ETFeb 23, 2027
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
DateFeb 23, 2027
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC
TVMSG

Team comparison

New York RangersWashington Capitals
Goals per game
2.9
3.5
Goals allowed per game
2.9
3.3
10-8-1Record10-6-0
3rd in Metropolitan DivisionStanding4th in Metropolitan Division
2-7Road record / home record7-4
LWWWLLast 5WWLLW
L1StreakW2

Team stats

New York RangersWashington Capitals
Goals Against Average
2.90
3.31
Shots Against per Game
26.2
27.6
Penalty Kill Percentage
89.7
77.8
Power Play Goals Against
6
12
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
2.95
3.50
Shots per Game
25.7
27.1
Power Play Goals
10
8
Power Play Percentage
18.9
18.2
Short Handed Goals
3
1
Penalty Minutes
186
168

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

New York Rangers
Alberts Smits D · Upper Body
Injured Reserve
Sean Durzi D · Lower Body
Injured Reserve
Igor Shesterkin G · Knee - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Joe Veleno C · Lower Body
Injured Reserve
Aidan Thompson C · Undisclosed - Not Specified
Injured Reserve
Washington Capitals
Rasmus Sandin D · Knee - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Vincent Desharnais D · Abdomen - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Patrick Thomas C · Upper Body
Injured Reserve

Recent form

New York RangersLWWWL
Nov 9, 2026 · at Edmonton OilersL 1-3
Nov 7, 2026 · at Seattle KrakenW 4-3
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Philadelphia FlyersW 3-2
Nov 3, 2026 · vs St. Louis BluesW 3-1
Nov 1, 2026 · vs Edmonton OilersL 1-4
Washington CapitalsWWLLW
Nov 10, 2026 · at Ottawa SenatorsW 3-2
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersW 4-3
Nov 3, 2026 · vs Dallas StarsL 5-6
Nov 1, 2026 · vs Minnesota WildL 1-5
Oct 29, 2026 · at Nashville PredatorsW 4-3

Season series

WSH leads series 1-0
Mar 21, 2027WSH 0, NYR 0
Feb 26, 2027WSH 0, NYR 0
Feb 23, 2027NYR 0, WSH 0
Oct 9, 2026NYR 1, WSH 3

Team pages

New York Rangers
Schedule, roster and statsWashington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Tuesday, February 23, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals?

TV: MSG.

What are the records of the New York Rangers and Washington Capitals?

New York Rangers: 10-8-1. Washington Capitals: 10-6-0.

Who is injured for New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals?

Listed out or doubtful: New York Rangers: Alberts Smits, Sean Durzi, Igor Shesterkin, Joe Veleno. Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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