Nashville Predators vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Picks & Predictions
The Capitals, playing the back end of the back-to-back, will look to continue their success against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night. Washington has had the better
Game outlook
The Capitals, playing the back end of the back-to-back, will look to continue their success against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night. Washington has had the better of the two recent matchups, outscoring Columbus 7-4 in the two games this season and boasting an 8-2 advantage in their last 10 meetings. Philadelphia is the betting favorite at -120. The Washington Capitals are heading on the road to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night. The Capitals have been successful in their last 10 matchups against the Blue Jackets, winning 8 of the 10 meetings. Philadelphia is favored to win the matchup, opening at -120. The Capitals won both games when the two teams met earlier this season, and will be looking to pick up another win in the Buckeye State.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Predators +100 | Flyers -120
Spread: Predators +1.5 (-223) | Flyers -1.5 (+183)
Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 55%.
Nashville Predators
The Washington Capitals hosted the New York Islanders Wednesday night to complete their two-game series. Washington entered the game ranked 15-9-4 and tied for fifth in the Metropolitan Division, 11 points behind the Rangers for the top spot. The Capitals are 10th in the league in goals against, allowing 2.79 per game and have converted just 9.8% of their chances with the man advantage this season. On Saturday, they beat Carolina in a shootout. Evgeny Kuznetsov scored the opening round goal and Darcy Kuemper saved all three attempts in securing the win. Nashville is ranked 16th in offense and 12th in defense, with an 4-3 record this season.