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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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