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

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the New York Rangers (10-8-1) on Sunday, March 21, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET, at Madison Square Garden, New York, NY. TV: TNT/truTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals.

NHLSunday, March 21, 2027
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
8:00 PM ETMar 21, 2027
New York Rangers logoNew York Rangers10-8-1
DateMar 21, 2027
Time8:00 PM ET
VenueMadison Square Garden, New York, NY
TVTNT/truTV

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsNew York Rangers
Goals per game
3.5
2.9
Goals allowed per game
3.3
2.9
10-6-0Record10-8-1
4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding3rd in Metropolitan Division
3-2Road record / home record8-2
WWLLWLast 5LWWWL
W2StreakL1

Team stats

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

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Washington Capitals
Rasmus Sandin D · Knee - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Vincent Desharnais D · Abdomen - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Patrick Thomas C · Upper Body
Injured Reserve
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

Recent form

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
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

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

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and statsNew York Rangers
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers?

The game is on Sunday, March 21, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET at Madison Square Garden, New York, NY.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers?

TV: TNT/truTV.

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

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

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers?

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

Where is Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers played?

Madison Square Garden, New York, NY.

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