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Wild set to face off against Capitals in high-stakes interconference battle in Washington D.C.

The Minnesota Wild are set to face off against the Washington Capitals in a high-stakes interconference game in Washington D.C. Both teams are vying for playoff contention and have been in good form, with Minnesota coming off a 5-3 win against Nashville and Washington securing a 3-1 victory over Boston in their last games. The Wild have had the upper hand in recent matchups, holding a 6-3-1 record against the Capitals in their last 10 meetings. Washington is currently favored to win with a -150 line.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Wild +134 | Capitals -150
• Spread: Wild +1.5 (-192) | Capitals -1.5 (+165)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington will win straight-up is 60%.

Minnesota vs Washington Stats

Minnesota Wild

Minnesota Wild secured their third victory in four games by defeating the Predators on Tuesday night. Despite playing without Kirill Kaprizov and captain Jared Spurgeon, the Wild showcased a strong performance, fueled by special teams, as they scored a season-high three power play goals. Marco Rossi and Mats Zuccarello were instrumental in leading the team to a 4-3 win, with goaltender Filip Gustavsson making 43 saves. With a 23-11-4 record this season, the Wild currently ranks 21st in offense, 6th in defense, and hold the second spot in the Central Division, trailing the Jets by five points. We expect Marc-Andre Fleury to start in the next game. If you are looking to make profitable bets this NHL season, consider consulting with our top NHL handicappers.

Washington Capitals Analysis

The Washington Capitals secured their fourth win in six games by defeating the Boston Bruins at home. With a record of 25-10-2, the Capitals currently hold a one-point lead in the Metropolitan Division. They excel in goals per game, ranking 2nd in the league with an average of 3.65. Defensively, they are 4th in the league, allowing an average of 2.60 goals per contest. Additionally, Washington ranks 14th in power play success and 6th in penalty killing. In their recent victory against Boston, Washington showcased strong defensive play and solid goaltending from Logan Thompson, who made 26 saves. Aliaksei Protas led the offense with two goals, while Jakob Chychrun also contributed with a power play goal. Looking ahead, Charlie Lindgren is expected to start in goal for the next game. For more insights and free NHL picks, don't forget to check out our latest updates.

Wild Struggling with Injuries as Capitals Look to Capitalize

Minnesota has experienced a drop in performance recently, with a record of 10-7-0 in their last 17 games compared to 13-4-4 in their first 21 contests. Despite their strong performance on the road this season, concerns arise due to current injury issues. Key players Kaprizov and Spurgeon are expected to miss several games. In contrast, Washington demonstrated strength in their recent victory over the Bruins, showcasing solid home performance with a 12-4-2 record this season. The Capitals are currently healthy, benefitting from the return of Ovechkin. With their star player leading the way, Washington is favored to secure a win in this matchup against the Wild.

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