New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals Predictions Today
The Washington Capitals are the pick to beat the New Jersey Devils, Capitals 3, Devils 2, with home ice and Boone Jenner’s recent scoring providing the narrow matchup edge. New Jersey’s offensive surge makes this a low-confidence forecast. Neither the supplied puck-line prices nor Under 6 (+103) offers a demonstrated betting edge, so the official recommendation is Pass.
New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals prediction and best bet
Washington gets the slight nod, but the best betting decision is Pass. These teams enter with identical 4-3-0 records, and New Jersey has the more compelling recent result: a 7-1 victory over the Rangers. A close Capitals win is an editorial forecast, not a reason by itself to buy a particular market.
Washington’s projected forward combinations and Jenner’s three goals in four games offer a plausible answer to the Devils’ productive leaders. Home ice supplies the tiebreaker in this prediction. The margin is thin enough that neither Washington’s multi-goal puck line nor an expensive New Jersey cushion earns a recommendation.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game time: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in the 2026-27 NHL season. NHL.com lists a 1 p.m. ET start; the Devils’ preview specifies puck drop at 1:08 p.m. ET.
Venue: Capital One Arena.
Records: New Jersey Devils 2-2-0; Washington Capitals 3-2-0.
Goaltenders listed: Jake Allen and Nico Daws for New Jersey; Logan Thompson and Charlie Lindgren for Washington. These listings do not confirm which goalie will start.
SportsJaw moneylines: New Jersey +106; Washington -120.
SportsJaw puck lines: New Jersey +1.5 (-260); Washington -1.5 (+220). Total: Over 6 (-119); Under 6 (+103).