Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers 3/16/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
The Pittsburgh Penguins will go against the New York Rangers in NHL action in Madison Square Garden, NY, on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at 7:00 PM ET.
The offense of the Penguins is excelling this season, producing 3.28 goals per game, including 12 in the last 3 matches.
The top two lines, Sidney Crosby, Jake Guentzel, and Evgeni Malkin, collaborated for 82 goals and 132 assists, but the rest of the attack also performed admirably.
In addition to the 62 goals and 65 assists that Bryan Rust, Jason Zucker, and Richard Rakell individually contributed, defensemen Kris Letang and Jeff Petry also contributed 15 goals and 45 assists from the point to help the attack get going.
The defense was terrible, surrendering 3.21 goals per game, with eight goals allowed in the last two games. The attack was excellent.
The defensive point shares of Marcus Pettersson and Jeff Petry totaled 5.5, but the rest of the team failed, permitting opponents to consistently find open attempts on goal.
Tristan Jarry, who has a.910 save percentage, a 2.95 goals-against average, and 1105 shots with 5.2 goals saved above average, was the only player to stand out.
- The Pittsburgh Penguins are 7-3 SU in their last 10 matches.
- The total stayed UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh’s last 7 matches on the road.
- The total went OVER in 7 of the Penguins’ last 8 matches on the road against the NY Rangers.
More NHL Picks Predictions Previews
Chat with our Live Handicapper to Know More about the Game.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers Predictions 3/16/2023
The Rangers are having a fantastic season because of their attack, which is stepping up and averaging 3.25 goals per game with 13 goals in the last four games.
The top two lines, Mika Zibanejad, Artemi Panarin, and Vincent Trocheck, combined for 73 goals and 123 assists, but the rest of the offense was also quite strong.
Adam Fox and K’Andre Miller contributed 16 goals and 76 assists from the point to boost the offense, which was led by the combined 61 goals and 53 assists from Chris Kreider, Filip Chytil, and Alexis Lafreniere.
The defense improved as well, giving up only 2.79 goals per game despite the excellent offensive play.
In order to give the team depth, Fox and Miller contributed 9.4 defensive point shares and 181 blocked shots, while Braden Schneider and Jacob Trouba contributed 5.9 defensive point shares.
Igor Shesterkin, the goalie, was also outstanding, recording a.910 save percentage, a 2.64 goals-against average on 1406 shots, and 6.8 goals saved above average.
- The total went OVER in 7 of the NY Rangers’ last 9 matches against Pittsburgh.
- The total went OVER in 6 of the NY Rangers’ last 7 matches at home.
- The total went OVER in 7 of the NY Rangers’ last 8 matches at home against Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers. The NHL pick for this game is the New York Rangers. This matchup between two of the top NHL clubs is going to be fantastic.
The Rangers want to control this game on their home ice as the Penguins try to pull off an upset.
Artemi Panarin, Mika Zibanejad, and the rest of the attacking unit should carry the puck into the offensive zone and create open shots with efficient puck movement for the Rangers, who average 3.25 goals per game, against a Penguins defense that permits 3.21 goals per game.
With Adam Fox, K’Andre Miller, and the rest of the defensive unit forcing turnovers in the defensive zone and restricting shots on goal, the Rangers, who only permit 2.79 goals per game, should be able to contain the Penguins’ offense and give goaltender Igor Shesterkin plenty of opportunities to make crucial saves.
With a solid showing on their home ice, the Rangers should prevail in the match. The New York Rangers will win to a predicted score of
NHL Pro Hockey Free Premium Picks Predictions. This week’s entire NHL Hockey premium pick predictions against the spread are free right now at 1-888-711-4311 or text the word WINBIG to 760-670-3130 to receive them. Included are Best Bets, Parlays and Halftime winners for this week free of charge.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers 3/16/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
NHL Starting Time: 7:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Madison Square Garden, NY
Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023
TV: ATTP
NHL Odds: Pittsburgh Penguins +121
NHL Totals: 6.5