Should you bet on Alexander Ovechkin to score a goal when the Washington Capitals and the Edmonton Oilers meet up on Tuesday at 9:00 PM ET? In the article below, we dissect all the stats you need to know before making any bets.

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Will Alexander Ovechkin score a goal against the Oilers?

Odds to score a goal this game: +160 (Bet $10 to win $16.00 if he scores a goal)

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Ovechkin stats and insights

• In 16 of 30 games this season, Ovechkin has scored — and four times he scored multiple goals.
• This is his first game of the season against the Oilers.
• On the power play he has five goals, plus four assists.
• He has a 19.6% shooting percentage, attempting 3.6 shots per game.

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Oilers defensive stats

• The Oilers have given up 126 goals in total (2.7 per game), which ranks sixth in the league for fewest goals allowed.
• So far this season, the Oilers have not shut out an opponent. They are averaging 12.8 hits and 14.3 blocked shots per game.

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Ovechkin recent games

Capitals vs. Oilers game info

• Game Day: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
• Game Time: 9:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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