Minnesota Wild vs Washington Capitals Betting Picks & Predictions
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
Game outlook
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 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.