Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Washington Capitals will face off against the Montreal Canadiens in an Eastern Conference matchup on Saturday evening. The Capitals are coming off a loss to the Sharks and will play in Toronto the night before facing the Canadiens. The Canadiens are coming off a win against the Predators and will look to secure their third straight win. The Capitals defeated the Canadiens 6-3 in their previous meeting in October. Washington is the betting favorite with an opening line of -150 and the current line set at Washington -149. Stay tuned for the Capitals vs. Canadiens prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Capitals -149 | Canadiens +131

Spread: Capitals -1.5 (+170) | Canadiens +1.5 (-195)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington will win straight-up is 60%.

Washington Capitals

The Washington Capitals are currently leading the Metro division and have surpassed expectations with a strong performance so far this season. The team has won four of their last five games, including a thrilling road win against the Devils. Dylan Strome has been a standout player with six points in his last five games, while Connor McMichael and Alias Protas have also been key contributors to the team's success. Despite missing Alex Ovechkin, the Capitals continue to receive solid goaltending from Charlie Lindgren and Logan Thompson. Washington leads the NHL in goals scored per game with an average of 4.1, while also maintaining a strong defensive ranking. For expert assistance with NHL predictions, consider our top Hockey Handicappers.