The contest between the New Jersey Devils and the Washington Capitals at 7:00 PM ET on Saturday has a variety of betting possibilities to consider. With that in mind, here’s an in-depth look at our best bets, along with picks and projections.

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Devils vs. Capitals Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 6.5 goals)

• A total of 13 New Jersey games this season have gone over Saturday’s total of 6 goals.
• A total of 14 of Washington’s games have ended with over 6 goals this season.
• The total for this game (6) is 1.6 less than the combined scoring averages for the Devils (3.45) and Capitals (4.16).
• The 5.4 goals per game these two teams allow are 0.6 less than the total set for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Devils Moneyline: -136

• The Devils have gone 10-8 this season when favored on the moneyline.
• When playing with moneyline odds of -136 or shorter, New Jersey is 8-6 (winning 57.1% of the time).
• The Devils have a 57.6% chance (based on the moneyline’s implied probability) to win this contest.

Capitals Moneyline: +115

• In Washington’s 12 games as the underdog on the moneyline this season, it has eight wins.
• The Capitals have five wins in games when their moneyline odds are +115 or longer (in nine such games).
• Washington’s implied probability to win this game is 46.5% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, New Jersey 2

Devils Points Leaders

• One of New Jersey’s top offensive options this season is Jesper Bratt, who has recorded 27 points in 22 games.
• Jack Hughes has eight goals and 17 assists for New Jersey to compile 25 total points (1.1 per game).
• New Jersey’s scoring effort is aided by Nico Hischier’s 25 points. He’s contributed 10 assists.
• In the 15 games Jacob Markstrom has played this season, his save percentage is .907, 26th in the league.

Capitals Points Leaders

• Dylan Strome is a top offensive contributor for his club with 28 points (1.5 per game). He has recorded six goals and 22 assists in 19 games (playing 17:26 per game).
• Alexander Ovechkin is a top contributor for Washington, with 25 total points this season. He has netted 15 goals and provided 10 assists in 18 contests.
• Connor McMichael has 12 goals and seven assists, for a season point total of 19.
• Logan Thompson’s record stands at 8-1-1 on the season, allowing 26 goals (2.6 goals against average) and compiling 278 saves with a .914 save percentage (17th in the league).

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New Jersey vs. Washington Game Info

• Date: Saturday, November 23, 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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