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

Published 12:39 pm Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Wednesday’s game that pits the Washington Capitals against the Nashville Predators, which starts at 7:00 PM ET, includes plenty of betting possibilities. Below, we cover the best bets for this matchup, so take a look before placing any wagers.

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Capitals vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5 (model projecting 6.5 goals)

  • This season, Washington games have gone over this one’s 5-goal total 10 times.
  • Nine of Nashville’s games have finished with over 5 goals this season.
  • 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).
  • These two teams are allowing a combined 6.4 goals per game, 1.4 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -120

  • The Capitals won all three games when favored on the moneyline.
  • Washington has had three games with moneyline odds of -120 or shorter, and earned a victory each time.
  • The Capitals have a 54.5% chance (based on the moneyline’s implied probability) to win this matchup.

Predators Moneyline: +100

  • Nashville is yet to win as the underdog on the moneyline this season (in three opportunities).
  • 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 the moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 5, Nashville 1

Capitals Points Leaders

  • A leading offensive player this season for Washington, Dylan Strome has put up 17 points.
  • Alexander Ovechkin has 14 points (seven goals, seven assists) to add to the team’s offensive efforts.
  • Washington’s scoring effort is aided by Connor McMichael’s 14 points. He’s contributed five assists.
  • As Washington’s top goalie, Charlie Lindgren has recorded 3 wins and 3 losses this season while giving up 16 goals with 139 saves.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg is a top offensive contributor for his team with 10 points (0.8 per game). He has recorded six goals and four assists in 12 games (playing 19:26 per game).
  • Ryan O’Reilly has made a big impact for Nashville this season with nine points, thanks to three goals and six assists.
  • Nashville’s Roman Josi has seven points (one goal, six assists) this season.
  • Juuse Saros’ record stands at 3-6-1 on the season, giving up 28 goals (2.8 goals against average) and collecting 258 saves with 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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