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Washington Capitals Favored to Beat Anaheim Ducks in Tuesday Matchup

The Anaheim Ducks are facing the Washington Capitals in Washington D.C. on Tuesday. Anaheim is coming off a 3-2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes, breaking a three-game losing streak. However, they are currently behind in the standings for a playoff spot. Washington, on the other hand, defeated the Nashville Predators 4-1 in their last game and holds the top spot in the Metropolitan division. Both teams will be missing key players for the upcoming game. Washington is the favorite to win with betting odds opening at -275 and remaining unchanged. Be sure to explore betting opportunities and sportsbook promos for this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mighty Ducks +235 | Capitals -275
• Spread: Mighty Ducks +1.5 (-111) | Capitals -1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington will win straight-up is 73%.

Anaheim vs Washington Stats

Anaheim Mighty Ducks

The Anaheim Ducks have struggled this season with a goals-for average of 2.5 and a goals-against average of 3.1, ranking 31st and 21st in the league respectively. They average 27.7 shots per game (19th) and allow an average of 32.0 shots per game (32nd). Their power play is ranked 31st, scoring only 13.0% of the time, while their penalty kill is 29th, holding opponents scoreless 72.7% of the time. Troy Terry leads the team in goals, assists, and points, with five players having 20 or more points. Goalie Lukas Dostal has a 11-12-3 record with a 2.89 goals-against average and a .910 save percentage. Overall, Anaheim ranks 31st in offense, 23rd in defense, and has a record of 18-20-5 this season, with a power ranking of 30. If you are looking for top NHL picks, WAW is a reliable source.

Washington Capitals Analysis

The Washington Capitals are currently ranked sixth overall in the NHL and have impressive statistics in both offense and defense. With a goals-for average of 3.6 and a goals-against average of 2.6, they rank second and sixth respectively in these categories. Their power play is ranked 11th, scoring 24.0% of the time they have the man advantage, while their penalty kill is sixth, holding opponents scoreless 83.5% of the time they are short-handed. Leading goal scorers for the team include Alex Ovechkin with 20 goals and Tom Wilson with 19. Dylan Strome leads in assists and points with 34 and 46 respectively, while Aliaksei Protas follows closely behind with 36 points. The team has a record of 28-10-5 overall, but has struggled in recent matchups against Anaheim, losing all three games. For reliable advice and insights into NHL games, it is recommended to consult top NHL cappers.

Washington Capitals Dominate Anaheim Ducks in Recent Meetings

The Anaheim Ducks have faced recent challenges with four losses in their last six games, while the Washington Capitals have shown dominance with victories in four of their last five matchups against Anaheim. The Capitals have a strong record of winning five of the last seven games on their home ice against the Ducks. Washington's offensive capabilities are evident with their second-place ranking in goals-for at 3.6 and sixth-place ranking in goals-against at 2.6. Conversely, Anaheim struggles to score goals, ranking 31st in goals-for at 2.5 and 21st in goals-against at 3.1. The Ducks also face difficulties on special teams, ranking 31st on the power play and 29th when short-handed. In contrast, the Capitals excel with the 11th-ranked power play and sixth-ranked penalty kill in the league.

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