How to Pick the Capitals vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – November 6

Published 11:50 am Tuesday, November 5, 2024

If you’re looking for best bets for the Washington Capitals’ upcoming game against the Nashville Predators on Wednesday at 7:00 PM ET, then you’ve come to the right spot. Read on, as we offer our picks and predictions for this showdown.

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Capitals vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5 (model projecting 6.5 goals)

  • Washington and its opponent have combined for more than Wednesday’s over/under of 5 goals 10 times this season.
  • This season, nine of Nashville’s games have featured more than 5 goals.
  • The over/under for this game (5) is 1.6 less than the combined scoring averages for the Capitals (4.18) and Predators (2.42).
  • The 6.4 goals per game these two teams are conceding on average are 1.4 more than the total for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -120

  • The Capitals won all three games when they were favored on the moneyline this season.
  • Washington has had three games with moneyline odds of -120 or shorter, and earned a victory each time.
  • The Capitals’ implied moneyline win probability is 54.5% in this game.

Predators Moneyline: +100

  • Nashville has played as the moneyline underdog three times this season, and lost each time.
  • When the Predators’ moneyline odds are +100 or longer, they are yet to win a game in three opportunities.
  • Nashville’s implied probability to win is 50.0% based on its moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 5, Nashville 1

Capitals Points Leaders

  • Dylan Strome has been imperative to Washington’s offense this season, recording 17 points in 11 games.
  • Having scored seven goals and adding seven assists, Alexander Ovechkin is a strong contributor for Washington through 11 games.
  • Connor McMichael has contributed 12 points for Washington in 11 games this season, netting a goal on 21.2% of his shots and putting up seven goals and five assists.
  • Across six games played, Charlie Lindgren has a goaltending record of 3-3-0. During those games, he’s allowed 16 goals while recording 139 saves.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg’s six goals and four assists in 12 matchups give him 10 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • Nashville’s Ryan O’Reilly has racked up nine total points (0.8 per game), with three goals and six assists.
  • Roman Josi has one goal and six assists for Washington.
  • Juuse Saros has a record of 3-6-1 in 10 games this season, conceding 28 goals (2.8 goals against average) with 258 saves and a .902 save percentage, 29th in the league.

Capitals’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/31/2024 Canadiens W 6-3 Home -227
11/2/2024 Blue Jackets W 7-2 Home -274
11/3/2024 Hurricanes L 4-2 Away +224
11/6/2024 Predators Home -120
11/8/2024 Penguins Home
11/9/2024 Blues Away
11/13/2024 Maple Leafs Home

Predators’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/31/2024 Oilers L 5-1 Home -131
11/2/2024 Avalanche W 5-2 Home -129
11/4/2024 Kings L 3-0 Home -142
11/6/2024 Capitals Away +100
11/7/2024 Panthers Away
11/9/2024 Utah Hockey Club Home
11/11/2024 Avalanche Away

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Washington vs. Nashville Game Info

  • Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Washington D.C.
  • Venue: Capital One Arena

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