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Washington Capitals Aim to Strengthen Lead Over Struggling Buffalo Sabres in Home Matchup

Game time: November 22, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Capital One Arena — Washington, DC

Article updated Nov 21, 1:01 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Buffalo Sabres will travel to Capital One Arena to face the Washington Capitals. Buffalo has an 8-10 record, while Washington boasts an impressive 9-4-2 start. The two

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The Buffalo Sabres will travel to Capital One Arena to face the Washington Capitals. Buffalo has an 8-10 record, while Washington boasts an impressive 9-4-2 start. The two teams met three times during the 2019-20 season, with Buffalo winning two of the games. The puck drops at 7 PM EST with Washington the favored team opening at -126 and the line staying constant.

Game Info

When: Wednesday, 11/22/2023 @ 7:00pm EST

Where: Capital One Arena Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Sabres +112 | Capitals -126

Spread: Sabres +1.5 (-207) | Capitals -1.5 (+170)

Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington will win straight-up is 56%.

Buffalo Sabres

Buffalo has put up some impressive numbers in their recently victory against Chicago. Rasmus Dahlin lead the team with one goal and two assists, whilst JJ Peterka contributed two assists. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen did well in the goal, stopping 24 out of 26 shots. Despite this, Buffalo has still been struggling in the goal department this season, ranked 25th in goals per game and 29th in shots per game. Currently, Buffalo has an 8-10 record, is ranked 25th in power ranking and 17th in defense. They are also 24th in offense, scoring an average of 2.82 goals game and 11th in shots against, allowing 3.24 goals to be scored against them per game.

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Washington Capitals Analysis

The Washington Capitals earned a 4-3 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets, despite falling to them as heavy favorites. Aliaksei Protas and Hendrix Lapierre each scored a goal and provided two assists, while Sonny Milano and Alex Ovechkin also contributed with a goal and an assist respectively. Charlie Lindgren defended well against 36 shots faced, scooping 33 out of them. Despite their weak offense, ranking #29 in goals per game, Washington sneaks ahead to #5 in defense, scoring an average of 2.67 points per game. They also have an overall record of 9-4-2. Buffalo recently went 1-1-1 against the Caps in their last 3 matchups.

Washington Capitals Favorites to Beat Struggling Buffalo Sabres in Home Matchup

Washington has held an strong record in recent meetings against Buffalo, boasting a 7-1-2 standing in their last 10 games. The Capitals have held a competitive presence in the league, rated 6th in goals against per game. Buffalo has struggled offensively, currently ranked 25th in goals per game and 29th in shots per game. The Sabres have totaled three or fewer goals in seven of their last eight games, while the Capitals have won four straight and 8 of 10 games in total. Banking on their home-game advantage, Washington is predicted to win by two or more goals. Placing a puck line (-1.5) bet is strongly recommended.

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SportsJaw Sabres vs Capitals archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Sabres vs Capitals matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Buffalo Sabres+112 → +107Moved
  • Moneyline · Washington Capitals-126 → -125Moved
  • Spread · Buffalo Sabres+1.5 (-207) → +1.5 (-225)Moved
  • Spread · Washington Capitals-1.5 (+170) → -1.5 (+195)Moved
  • Total · Over6.5 (-110) → 6 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under6.5 (-110) → 6 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Buffalo Sabres
8-10 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Washington Capitals
9-6 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-11-21T18:01:07.404Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Washington Capitals defeated Buffalo Sabres 4-3

Washington Capitals defeated Buffalo Sabres 4-3 on November 22, 2023, a 1-goal decision in the series. Washington Capitals' strongest period was the 3rd period, when it outscored its opponent 1-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Buffalo Sabres +1.5 (-225) spread, Buffalo Sabres covered, while the 7 combined goals finished over the recorded total of 6.

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Tipster picks

  • 1188460207Moneyline · Buffalo Sabres +110Loss
  • BjenkinsMoneyline · Buffalo Sabres +110Loss
  • Altuve27Moneyline · Washington Capitals -127Win
  • Mr_BiggsMoneyline · Washington Capitals -127Win
  • CoolioMoneyline · Washington Capitals -125Win
  • CoolioTotal · Under 6.25 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkMoneyline · Washington Capitals -125Win
  • CoversMoneyline · Washington Capitals -125Win