Wednesday’s contest that pits the Washington Capitals versus the Nashville Predators, which begins at 7:00 PM ET, features plenty of betting options. Below, we go over the best bets for this matchup, so take a look before making any wagers.

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Capitals vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 6.5 goals)

• Washington and its opponent have hit the over on this game’s total (5.5 goals) eight times this season.
• In Nashville’s 12 games this season, seven have finished with more goals than Wednesday’s total of 5.5.
• The Capitals score 4.18 goals per game, compared to the Predators’ average of 2.42, adding up to 1.1 more goals than this contest’s over/under of 5.5.
• This game’s over/under is 0.9 less than the 6.4 goals these two teams concede per game combined.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -111

• The Capitals were a moneyline favorite in three games this season, and won each time.
• Washington has won all three games when it played with moneyline odds of -111 or shorter.
• Based on the moneyline in this contest, the Capitals’ implied win probability is 52.6%.

Predators Moneyline: -109

• Nashville is yet to win as the moneyline underdog this season (in three opportunities).
• The Predators are winless in games with moneyline odds of -109 or longer (in three chances).
• Nashville’s implied probability to win is 52.2% based on the moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 5, Nashville 1

Capitals Points Leaders

• One of Washington’s top offensive options this season is Dylan Strome, who has put up 17 points in 11 games.
• With seven goals and seven assists, Alexander Ovechkin is one of the top contributors for Washington with his 14 points (1.3 per game).
• On 33 shots (for seven goals) and five assists, Connor McMichael has contributed 12 points this season.
• 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 games 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.
• Nashville’s Roman Josi has seven points, courtesy of one goal (eighth on team) and six assists (first).
• Nashville’s Juuse Saros is 3-6-1 this season, collecting 258 saves and permitting 28 goals (2.8 goals against average) with a .902 save percentage (29th in the league).

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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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