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LA Kings at Washington Capitals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s LA Kings at Washington Capitals odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Kings (19-9-5) wrap up a 7-game road trip against the Washington Capitals (22-8-2) Sunday at Capital One Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Kings vs. Capitals odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Capitals won 2-0 in 2023-24

The Kings lost 3-2 in overtime Saturday at the Nashville Predators, while going 2-1-2 in the past 5 outings. L.A. is 4-1-2 in the past 7 games on the road, too, including 3-1-2 on the current trip. The Under and Over have alternated in the past 5 games, but the Under is 12-4-1 in the past 17 outings.

The Capitals posted a 3-1 win against the Carolina Hurricanes Friday cashing the Under for the third straight game. Washington has cashed low on the total at a 6-0-2 clip in the previous 8 contests, too. Caps goaltending has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 8 games in a row, too, good for 1.9 goals per game (GPG) in the span.

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Kings at Capitals odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 6:59 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kings +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Capitals -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kings +1.5 (-225) | Capitals -1.5 (+180)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Kings at Capitals projected goalies

David Rittich (10-7-0, 2.49 GAA, .890% SV) vs. Logan Thompson (12-2-2, 2.48 GAA, .911 SV%)

Darcy Kuemper made the start in Saturday’s OTL in the Music City, so Rittich is expected to go Sunday. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 4 straight starts since being tuned up for 7 goals on 21 shots in a loss Nov. 25 at the San Jose Sharks.

Thompson allowed 3 goals at the Chicago Blackhawks Tuesday, kicking aside 20 of 23 shots in a 3-2 loss. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 4 straight starts, and 7 of the previous 8 assignments. Thompson is 2-1-1 with a 2.25 GAA and .909 SV% in December.

Kings at Capitals picks and predictions

Prediction

Capitals 3, Kings 2

Moneyline

The CAPITALS (-135) are a strong play at home. The Kings (+115) have had a long and winding road trip, and Los Angeles has done a decent job so far. However, it’s a tough assignment wrapping up a lengthy trip while also having to play on no rest in the finale.

It won’t be easy, though. L.A. is 4-0 when playing on no rest this season. Still, Washington is 3-0-1 in the past 4 games at home. Look for the Caps to ease by the Kings.

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Puck line/Against the spread

The Kings +1.5 (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk if you require a little bit of insurance. L.A. is 11-1 in the past 12 games on the puck line as an underdog, but this is just a little too expensive.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-105) is the lean, but don’t get carried away.

The Under is on an impressive 6-0-2 run for Washington in the past 8 outings, while the total has gone low at a 4-1-1 pace in the past 6 at Capital One Arena.

For the visitors, the Under is 4-2 in the first 6 games of the trip, while going 9-4-3 in the past 16 outings on the road. The Under is 6-2-1 in the past 9 starts by Rittich, too.

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Carolina Hurricanes at Washington Capitals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Washington Capitals odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Carolina Hurricanes (20-10-1) pay a visit to the Washington Capitals (21-8-2) in a Metropolitan Division tussle Friday. The opening puck drop at Capital One Arena will be at 7 p.m. (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Hurricanes vs. Capitals odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Carolina leads 1-0

The Hurricanes, winners of 3 of their last 4 (3-1-0), open a 4-game road trip with this contest. Carolina has not won on road since since Nov. 20 (0-3-1 over that span). The ‘Canes last played Tuesday, shutting out the New York Islanders 4-0. They’ve yielded just 1 goal over their last 2 games.

The Capitals, just 2-5-1 over their last 8 against Carolina, head into Friday’s tilt having lost their last 2 games. The most recent of those was Tuesday at the Chicago Blackhawks when Washington coughed up a late lead in a 3-2 defeat. The Caps led 2-0 through 2 periods and were up 2-1 heading into the final 7 minutes of play.

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Hurricanes at Capitals odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 10:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Hurricanes -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Capitals +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Hurricanes -1.5 (+170) | Capitals +1.5 (-210)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Hurricanes at Capitals projected goalies

Pyotr Kochetkov (13-5-0, 2.47 GAA, .902 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Charlie Lindgren (9-6-0, 2.69 GAA, .902 SV%)

Kochetkov earned the shutout in Tuesday’s game against the Isles. He stopped 32 of 32 pucks and has allowed just 4 goals over his last 3 starts.

Lindgren last played Monday at the Dallas Stars, allowing 3 goals on 24 shots. The 31-year-old was busy but solid when he faced Carolina Nov. 3. Lindgren stopped 41 of 44 in that one.

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Hurricanes at Capitals picks and predictions

Prediction

Capitals 4, Hurricanes 3

Moneyline

The Caps are just 3-6-1 over their last 10 games against Carolina, and they haven’t logged a regulation win in the series since March 3, 2022.

The Hurricanes’ puck-possession figures of late have been outstanding. Comparisons of actual to expected goals for and against (5-on-5) favor the ‘Canes as well. They are the better club when it comes to scoring-chance differential and special teams.

That’s enough green check marks in the visitors’ column for this one. BET CAROLINA (-140).

Puck line/Against the spread

No interest; PASS.

Over/Under

The last 4 series meetings in D.C. have made for the Over going 3-1.

The goalie matchup doesn’t spell stop sign, and both sides have significantly underplayed their even-strength expected goal output over the last couple weeks or so. Both sides have more offense in the tank, and that spells value on the OVER 6 (+100).

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Washington Capitals at Dallas Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Washington Capitals at Dallas Stars odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Capitals (21-6-2) visit the Dallas Stars (18-11-0) Monday. Puck drop from American Airlines Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Capitals vs. Stars odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Capitals lead 1-0

Washington has won 4 games in a row after taking down the visiting Buffalo Sabres 4-2 Saturday as a -182 favorite. RW Tom Wilson found the back of the net twice while D John Carlson added 3 assists in the win.

Dallas has won 2 of its last 3 games after handling the St. Louis Blues 2-1 in OT Saturday as a -214 home favorite. LW Jason Robertson had a goal and an assist while C Matt Duchene scored the game-winning goal in OT.

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Capitals at Stars odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 11:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Capitals +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Stars -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-190) | Stars -1.5 (+155)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Capitals at Stars projected goalies

Logan Thompson (12-1-2, 2.45 GAA, .913 SV%) vs. Jake Oettinger (15-7-0, 2.39 GAA, .911 SV%, 1 SO)

Thompson has been a large part of Washington’s success this season. He has top ranks in wins (tied-8th), GAA (11th), and SV% (tied-12th). Washington has gone 4-0-1 in his last 5 starts, while he has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 6 of his last 7.

Oettinger has been equally as impressive this season and the main reason for Dallas’ winning record. His wins (2nd) and GAA (7th) each rank higher than Thompson; however, he has lost 3 of his last 5 starts.

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Capitals at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Capitals 3, Stars 2

Moneyline

BET CAPITALS (+130).

This is good value considering Washington is 21-6-2 this season and 8-1-1 in its last 10 games. It has won a franchise-record 10 straight road games, while Dallas is just 5-5 in its last 10 overall, including 2-3 in its last 5.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

There is minimal value on Washington’s puck line. However, if you are not as confident in the Capitals’ chances of winning and don’t mind a lower payout, Capitals +1.5 (-190) is worth a look.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 6 (-110).

This game features 2 of the top goalies in the NHL, and the O/U for each team reflects that. The Capitals are 3-5-2 O/U in their last 10 games, while the Stars are 4-6 O/U.

Washington has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 5 straight games, while Dallas has scored 2 or fewer in 5 of its last 6.

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Washington Capitals at New Jersey Devils odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Washington Capitals at New Jersey Devils odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Capitals (16-6-1) visit the New Jersey Devils (16-8-2) Saturday with puck drop from Prudential Center set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Capitals vs. Devils odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Devils lead 2-1

The Capitals extended their winning streak to 3 with a 5-4 overtime victory over the New York Islanders Friday. They won as a -144 home favorite, and the Over 6 goals hit. D Jakob Chychrun netted the game-winner, adding an assist and blocking a shot. RW Tom Wilson contributed with 2 goals and 7 hits in the win.

The Devils secured their 4th win in the last 5 games, defeating the Red Wings 5-4 Friday. They came out on top as a -188 favorite, with the Over 6 goals cashing. C Jack Hughes scored the game-winner in the 3rd period and added his 18th assist of the season. RW Timo Meier contributed significantly, netting a goal, registering an assist, firing 5 shots on goal and delivering 7 hits in the win. He was fired up coming off a 1-game suspension and 5-game pointless streak.

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Capitals at Devils odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Capitals +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Devils -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-175) | Devils -1.5 (+145)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Capitals at Devils projected goalies

Charlie Lindgren (6-5-0, 2.76 GAA, .900 SV%) vs. Jake Allen (5-2-1, 2.26 GAA, .921 SV%, 2 SO)

Lindgren earned a win in his most recent start, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning Wednesday. He’s 3-1 in his last four outings, with a 2.77 GAA and a .906 SV%. Over his career, Lindgren holds a 4-4-0 record in 8 games against the Devils, posting a 3.64 GAA and a .887 SV%.

Allen has been outstanding in November, going 3-1 with a 1.27 GAA and a .964 SV% over 4 starts. In his career against the Capitals, he holds a 5-5-0 record in 10 games, with a 3.52 GAA and a .888 SV%.

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Capitals at Devils picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 4, Capitals 3

Moneyline

BET DEVILS (-165).

The Devils (-165) and their opponents have played 3 tight games, with 1 team ranking in the top 5 for scoring and the other for fewest goals allowed—classic offense vs. defense. The defensive squad has won 2 of these matchups. New Jersey leads the series 13-11 in total goals. With Allen in net, the Devils hold the advantage, especially after his 24-save performance against the Capitals last week. Expect a close, one-goal game, which is why the puck line is best avoided. The Devils have won 4 of their last 5 games, and the Caps are still without LW Alex Ovechkin.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

These 2 play tight games which is why I’ll avoid the puck line and keep my focus on the moneyline.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6 (-120).

The Over has cashed in 4 of the last 5 head-to-head matchups between these teams. Washington leads the league in scoring, averaging 4.09 goals per game with 95 total goals. The Devils rank in the top 5 for goals allowed, and they boast the top power play unit. Lindgren has struggled against New Jersey, with a 3.64 career GAA. The Over has hit in the Capitals’ last 2 games and 2 of the Devils’ last 3.

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Washington Capitals at Tampa Bay Lightning odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Washington Capitals at Tampa Bay Lightning odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Capitals (14-6-1) meet the Tampa Bay Lightning (11-7-2) Wednesday at Amalie Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT/Max). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Capitals vs. Lightning odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Lightning lead 1-0; Tampa Bay won 3-0 as a moderate favorite (-159) as the Under (6.5) cashed Oct. 26, also at Amalie Arena

The Capitals picked up a 4-1 win Monday night in Sunrise against the Florida Panthers, their first victory in 3 tries since Alex Ovechkin went down with a broken fibula. The Caps are still averaging just 2.3 goals per game (GPG) in the 3-game span, while allowing just 2.0 GPG. The Under has cashed in all 3 outings.

The Lightning hammered the Colorado Avalanche 8-2 as a light favorite (-117) while taking care of the Over (6.5) on their own. The Over is 2-0-1 in the past 3 games, with Tampa Bay lighting the lamp 16 times, while allowing 13 goals in the span.

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Capitals at Lightning odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 10:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Capitals +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Lightning -144 (bet $144 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-205) | Lightning -1.5 (+164)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -102 | U: -120)

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Capitals at Lightning projected goalies

Charlie Lindgren (5-5-0, 2.64 GAA, .901 SV%) vs. Andrei Vasilevskiy (10-6-1, 2.24 GAA, .915 SV%, 2 SO)

Lindgren is projected to get the start. He allowed 3 goals on 33 shots in a 3-2 setback against the New Jersey Devils last time out Saturday. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of his previous 9 starts. He has a solid 2.65 GAA and .915 SV% in the past 5 starts in November, but just a 2-3-0 record.

Vasilevskiy allowed just 2 goals on 25 shots in the 8-2 win over the Avalanche Monday. He has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 5 of the previous 6 outings, and he is 4-3-1 with an impressive 1.99 GAA and .920 SV% and a shutout in 8 starts in November.

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Capitals at Lightning picks and predictions

Prediction

Lightning 4, Capitals 2

Moneyline

The LIGHTNING (-144) are a strong play as moderate favorites at home.

Tampa Bay already shut the Capitals (+120) out once at home this season, and the Lightning are 4-1-1 in the past 6 outings, including 4-1 in Vasilevskiy’s previous 5 outings.

The Caps are having difficulty lightning the lamp lately, and it’s something it will have to figure out after Ovechkin’s injury, as he won’t be back for at least a month or so.

Puck line/Against the spread

If you’re a little bit more adventurous, LIGHTNING -1.5 (+164) is worth a look at plus-money.

In Tampa Bay’s past 5 victories, it has won by 2 or more goals on 4 occasions. So, if you like the Lightning to win, you should like them to get the job done, too. Plus, they won and covered the puck line in the first meeting with the Caps, too.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (-120) is the lean, but go with a half-play at most.

The Over is 2-0-1 in the past 3 games for Tampa, but the Under is still 5-2-1 in the past 8 outings despite the uptick in offense and lack of defense lately.

The Caps have cashed low in 3 straight, scoring 2.33 GPG, while allowing just 2.0 GPG in the span.

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Washington Capitals at Florida Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Washington Capitals at Florida Panthers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Capitals (13-6-1) visit the Florida Panthers (12-8-1) on Monday. Puck drop from Amerant Bank Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Capitals vs. Panthers odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Panthers won 4-0 last season

Washington has lost back-to-back games after a 3-2 setback Saturday against the New Jersey Devils and failing to cover as a +125 home favorite. C Connor McMichael and D Matt Roy each found the back of the net.

Florida has dropped its last 3 games after losing 7-4 Saturday against the Colorado Avalanche while failing to cover as a -124 home favorite. Four Panthers scored while RW Mackie Samoskevich and LW Matthew Tkachuk each had 2 assists.

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Capitals at Panthers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 10:52 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Capitals +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Panthers -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-175) | Panthers -1.5 (+145)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Capitals at Panthers projected goalies

Charlie Lindgren (5-5-0, 2.64 GAA, .901 SV%) vs. Sergei Bobrovsky (9-5-1, 3.19 GAA, .885 SV%, 1 SO)

In his third season with Washington, Lindgren has had a slower start. His GAA is good for 24th while his SV% is tied for 33rd in the NHL. He has lost 3 of his last 5 games while allowing 3 goals or less in 9 of his 10 starts.

After a strong start to the season, Bobrovsky has struggled of late. His GAA is 44th while his SV% is 46th. He has lost 3 of his last 4 games while allowing 5 or more goals in 2 of his last 4.

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Capitals at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Capitals 4, Panthers 3

Moneyline

BET CAPITALS (+140).

Washington has won 3 of its last 5 games and has won each of its last 4 on the road. It has scored 5 or more goals in 4 of its last 6 contests while allowing 2 goals twice in its last 5.

Florida has lost in 5 of its last 6 games, including 3 of its last 4 at home. It has scored 2 goals or fewer in 3 of its last 6 games and has allowed 6-plus goals twice in its last 3 games.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

The value is better on the Capitals to win outright.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6 (-115).

Florida has scored 3 or more goals 3 times in its last 4 games while allowing 5 or more goals in 3 of its last 5 contest. Washington has scored 5 or more goals in 4 straight road games and has avoided the Under in 5 of its last 7 games overall.

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New Jersey Devils at Washington Capitals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New Jersey Devils at Washington Capitals odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Jersey Devils (13-7-2) meet the Washington Capitals (13-5-1) Saturday at Capital One Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Devils vs. Capitals odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Devils are coming off a solid 4-2 victory at home against the Carolina Hurricanes, and New Jersey has picked up 3 victories in the past 4 outings.

These teams last met in Newark Oct. 19, with the Capitals coming away with an entertaining 6-5 win. Meanwhile, New Jersey won 5-3 in D.C. Oct. 12, as the Over cashed in both of those games.

For the Caps, they received the bad news that Alex Ovechkin will be sidelined for at least 4-6 weeks due to a broken fibula. He had been off to a red-hot start. Without him, Washington suffered a 2-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche in the first game without their superstar.

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Devils at Capitals odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 11:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Devils -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Capitals +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Devils -1.5 (+180) | Capitals +1.5 (-225)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Devils at Capitals projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (9-5-1, 2.54 GAA, .907 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Charlie Lindgren (5-4-0, 2.59 GAA, .900 SV%)

Markstrom has enjoyed a solid run in November, going 4-2-0 with a 2.35 GAA and .913 SV% in 6 starts, which is a tick better than his 5-3-1 mark, 2.68 GAA and .903 SV% in 9 October outings. He faced the Caps in both matchups back in October, going 1-0-1 with 9 goals allowed on 69 shots.

Lindgren has won each of his past 2 starts, kicking aside 41 of the 45 shots he faced against the Colorado Avalanche and Utah Hockey Club. In November, he is 2-2-0 with a 2.54 GAA and .917 SV% in 4 outings. He was the losing goaltender in the Oct. 12 back at home against the Devils, allowing 4 goals on 32 shots.

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Devils at Capitals picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 4, Capitals 2

Moneyline

The DEVILS (-145) are a solid play as moderate road favorites. First off, the road team has won each of the first 2 meetings in this season already, and the Capitals (+120) offense looked rather toothless last time out in their first game without Ovie.

Back Markstrom and New Jersey in this matchup, as the road team looks to go 3-for-3 in this series this season.

Puck line/Against the spread

If you’re really adventurous, back the DEVILS -1.5 (+180) on the puck line for the chance to nearly double up. Obviously, you would not want to play the puck line and moneyline at the same time.

In New Jersey’s past 3 wins since Nov. 12, it has won by 2 or more goals, including against the Hurricanes last time out. So, if you like the Devils, you should like them on the puck line as well.

Over/Under

The Over/Under (6) is expected to come down right on the total, so the best thing to do here is AVOID.

While we saw the Over cash in each of the first 2 meetings between these teams this season, Washington’s offense is a little less impressive with Ovechkin sidelined. And, New Jersey has cashed low in 4 of its past 5 outings.

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Colorado Avalanche at Washington Capitals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Colorado Avalanche at Washington Capitals odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado Avalanche (10-9-0) take on the Washington Capitals (13-4-1) Thursday. Puck drop from Capital One Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Avalanche vs. Capitals odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Capitals lead 1-0

The Avs have won 4 of 5 games after a 3-2 victory over the Flyers in Philadelphia Monday. D Cale Makar scored his 7th and 8th goals of the season in that one. That one loss was at home to these Capitals, 5-2 on Friday.

The Caps swept a 3-game road trip with wins in Colorado, Vegas and Utah by scores of 5-2, 5-2 and 6-2. The problem, though, is they lost LW Alex Ovechkin (leg) for multiple weeks. The Caps are 26-29-4 without Ovi since his career began.

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Avalanche at Capitals odds

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Moneyline (ML): Avalanche -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Capitals +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche -1.5 (+170) | Capitals +1.5 (-210)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Avalanche at Capitals projected goalies

Justus Annunen (6-3-0, 2.81 GAA, .886 SV%) vs. Logan Thompson (8-0-1, 2.63 GAA, .913 SV%)

Annunen is running as the starter with Alexandar Georgiev sidelined with an injury. Annunen has been stable, but unspectacular thus far. He allowed 2 goals on 26 shots against the Flyers Monday, and that snapped a 4-start streak of allowing 3+ goals. He started the Caps game and was pulled in the 2nd period after allowing 3 goals on 6 shots.

The tandem of Thompson and Charlie Lindgren have been awesome, and that’s why the Caps are 11-4-1 on the season. Thompson was the starter in Vegas before Adin Hill took the net in that Stanley Cup run, and the 27-year-old Thompson is re-emerging. He has allowed more than 2 goals once in in his last 5 starts. He hasn’t faced the Avs in a couple of years, and he went 1-1-0 with a 2.55 GAA and .907 SV%.

Avalanche at Capitals picks and predictions

Prediction

Capitals 3, Avalanche 2

Moneyline

The Caps lost Ovechkin, which now makes them underdogs, right? Well, maybe that loss won’t be felt as much as you would think. Will their power play suffer? Absolutely. But Ovechkin sits in a spot, and his teammates have fed him the puck in his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s goal record.

Maybe things open up offensively now. But the major reason I like Washington here is Thompson between the pipes. He’s very close to taking this net from Lindgren.

Take the CAPITALS +125.

Puck line/Against the spread

There’s a bit of juice applied, but I LOVE LOGAN THOMPSON UNDER 3.5 GOALS ALLOWED (-165) BetMGM has a 20% NHL odds boost token to bring that down a bit, but Thompson has only allowed 4+ goals in 2 of 9 starts.

Over/Under

Under for all of the reasons above. Even if Colorado manages to win this game, it’s still not going to be a 4-3 kind of game. Washington is 4-0-1 O/U the last 5, but Ovechkin is out. Colorado is 0-2-2 O/U in the last 4.

Take the UNDER 6.5 (-115).

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Washington Capitals at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Washington Capitals at Colorado Avalanche odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Capitals (10-4-1) and Colorado Avalanche (9-8-0) meet Friday in Denver. The opening faceoff at Ball Arena will be at 9 p.m. (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Capitals vs. Avalanche odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Colorado won 2-0 last season

Washington, which has alternated wins and losses over its last 6 games (3-2-1), is opening a 3-game road swing. The Capitals’ last game was Wednesday, a 4-3 overtime loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Washington toted a 3-1 lead into the final 5 minutes of that contest.

Colorado is closing out a 4-game homestand. The Avalanche won the first 3 games of that stretch, including a 4-2 win onWednesday vs. the LA Kings. Over the last 2 seasons, the Avs have won each of 4 meetings with the Caps.

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Capitals at Avalanche odds

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Moneyline: Capitals +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Avalanche -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-165) | Avalanche -1.5 (+140)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Capitals at Avalanche projected goalies

Charlie Lindgren (3-4-0, 2.76 GAA, .897 SV%) vs. Alexandar Georgiev (4-5-0, 3.56 GAA, .863 SV%)

Lindgren lost his last start Nov. 8 vs. Pittsburgh Penguins and has dropped 3 of his last 4. The 30-year-old veteran has faced Colorado just twice before, logging a shaky .848 SV%.

Georgiev went the route in Wednesday’s game against the Kings, stopping 13 of 15 pucks. The struggling netminder has clocked a 90% mark in just 2 of his 10 games this season.

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Capitals at Avalanche picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 3, Capitals 2

Moneyline

Washington has played just 3 road games (1-2-0) since Oct. 22, and the Capitals are facing an Avalanche club that has won 4 in a row on home ice.

In Colorado sweeping 4 games from Washington over the last 2 seasons, the Avs have outscored the Caps 19-7. And the Avs are the value side on this one.

The Capitals’ 5-on-5 analytics don’t fully support the team’s 4.13 goals per game. Washington does generate a lot of quality looks, but an ultra-high shooting percentage on its high-danger chances does not figure as a repeatable, likely-to-continue trend.

The projected-starter Georgiev has certainly had his struggles, but he does own a solid .913 SV% over his last 4 starts.

FanDuel Sportsbook has a better price to leverage on the home favorites here: BACK COLORADO (-156).

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS: Washington does have the offensive numbers to make the puck line an iffier proposition.

Over/Under

Colorado netted 6 goals in each of last year’s meetings, and both games cashed on the Over. But the analytics lean here, with some added benefit of Georgiev being sharper of late, make for leverage on the Under.

Washington’s 5-on-5 expected goals vs. actual just can’t be discounted. Some neutral puck luck figures to send the Caps’ scoring numbers lower in the intermediate future.

FanDuel Sportsbook again has a better tag with which to work. TAKE THE UNDER 6.5 (+100).

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New York Rangers at Washington Capitals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New York Rangers at Washington Capitals odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Rangers (6-1-1) take on the Washington Capitals (5-2-0) Tuesday. Puck drop from Capital One Arena is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Rangers vs. Capitals odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Tied 2-2 last season

The Rangers followed up their first regulation loss of the season with a 2-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks Saturday as -282 favorites. Backup G Jonathan Quick was stellar, stopping 32 of 33 shots fired his way. LW Artemi Panarin dished his 9th assist of the season to go with his 6 goals.

The Caps snapped a 5-game winning streak with a 3-0 loss in Tampa Bay Saturday. G Charlie Lindgren stopped 18 of 21 in the snoozy game. The Caps outshot the Lightning 32-21 and went 0-for-2 on the power play. C Dylan Strome leads the team with 9 points, and 6 are via assist.

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Rangers at Capitals odds

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Moneyline (ML): Rangers -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Capitals +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers -1.5 (+165) | Capitals +1.5 (-200)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Rangers at Capitals projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (4-1-1, 2.16 GAA, .926 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Logan Thompson (3-0-0, 3.28 GAA, .884 SV%)

Shesterkin dropped his last start 3-1 Thursday against the Florida Panthers. He was solid, stopping 26 of 29 shots along the way. The Cats started fast, scoring 2 of the 3 goals within the first 3 minutes, and the Rangers never recovered. He was 2-1-0 with a 2.00 GAA and .926 SV% last season against the Caps.

Thompson is coming off a 6-3 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers Wednesday where he stopped 26 of 29. He is undefeated, but he has been tested, allowing 2, 5 and 3 goals in his 3 starts. He faced the Rangers once last season and was stellar. He stopped 29 of 30 in a 5-1 victory.

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Rangers at Capitals picks and predictions

Prediction

Capitals 3, Rangers 1

Moneyline

The Rangers have won 5 straight meetings, including 4 straight in the Stanley Cup playoffs last year. However, their 2 trips to Washington ended up in defeat last regular season. Despite the goose egg in their last game, the Caps are hitting the back of the net with 3+ goals in every other game.

Take a shot with the CAPITALS +125.

Puck line/Against the spread

We’re taking the plus-money ML, so PASS on the puck line.

Over/Under

It sounds like an oxymoron, but I’m high on the Under here. The Rangers are 3-4-1 O/U, and the Caps are 4-3 thus far. The Rangers are on a bit of a dry spell with 3 goals in the last 2, and the Caps were blanked last game.

Take the UNDER 6 (-115).

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