For the upcoming battle between the Washington Capitals and the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday at 5:00 PM ET, we have highlighted the best bets to think about, along with our picks and predictions, in the article below.

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Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 7 goals)

• This season, six of Washington’s nine games have gone over Saturday’s over/under of 6 goals.
• This season, seven of Columbus’ games have featured more than 6 goals.
• These two teams combine for 7.8 goals per game, 1.8100000000000005 more than the over/under for this contest.
• This game’s total is 0.1 less than the 6.1 goals these two teams give up per game combined.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -229

• The Capitals have been listed as a moneyline favorite two times this season (they went 2-0 in those games).
• Washington has not played with moneyline odds of -229 or shorter.
• Based on the moneyline in this contest, the Capitals’ implied win probability is 69.6%.

Blue Jackets Moneyline: +187

• In 10 games as the underdog on the moneyline, Columbus has achieved the upset five times.
• The Blue Jackets have two victories in games with moneyline odds of +187 or longer (in three chances).
• Columbus’ moneyline gives it an implied probability of 34.8% to win this contest.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, Columbus 3

Capitals Points Leaders

• A productive offensive player this season for Washington, Dylan Strome has recorded 13 points.
• Alexander Ovechkin has 10 points (five goals, five assists) to add to the team’s offensive efforts.
• With 10 points through nine games (five goals and five assists), Connor McMichael has been an important part of Washington’s offensive attack this season.
• Charlie Lindgren (3-2-0) has a 2.6 goals against average and a save percentage of .883 for Washington.

Blue Jackets Points Leaders

• Kirill Marchenko is a top offensive contributor for his club with 12 points (1.2 per game). He has totaled four goals and eight assists in 10 games (playing 18:19 per game).
• Sean Monahan has made a major impact for Columbus this season with 10 points, thanks to six goals and four assists.
• Zachary Werenski has three goals and six assists, for a season point total of nine.
• Daniil Tarasov has a 3-1-1 record this season, with an .887 save percentage (44th in the league). In 5 games, he has 133 saves, and has allowed 17 goals (3.4 goals against average).

Capitals’ Schedule

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Blue Jackets’ Schedule

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Washington vs. Columbus Game Info

• Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
• Time: 5:00 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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