The Washington Capitals (27-10-5) travel to Bridgestone Arena for an intriguing cross-conference matchup against the Nashville Predators (13-21-7) on Saturday night, with both teams coming off recent setbacks.
The Capitals, despite playing their third game in four nights, bring the NHL's second-best offense averaging 3.66 goals per game, while the Predators look to leverage their league-leading penalty kill and four days of rest.
Recent history between these teams has favored Nashville, with the Predators holding a 6-3-1 advantage in their last 10 meetings, though Washington claimed a 3-2 victory in their earlier encounter this season.
The Capitals enter the contest looking to bounce back from a 3-2 overtime loss to Montreal, while Nashville aims to rebound from a 5-2 defeat against Winnipeg.
Key to the matchup will be the contrasting offensive capabilities, with Washington's high-powered attack facing off against a Predators squad that has struggled to find the back of the net, ranking last in the league in scoring.
This interconference showdown presents an intriguing tactical battle between Washington's potent offense and Nashville's defensive prowess, setting the stage for what promises to be a compelling hockey contest in Music City.
Nashville Predators vs. Washington Capitals: who will win?
For tonight's Nashville Predators vs Washington Capitals matchup, our predictive model gives the Capitals a 49.67% chance of defeating the Predators.
Washington Capitals: 49.67% win probability
- League-leading goal scoring (152 goals for in 42 games)
- Strong defensive record (112 goals against, among best in conference)
- Excellent overall record (27-10, 59 points in Eastern Conference)
Nashville Predators: 50.33% win probability
- Poor offensive production (100 goals in 41 games, lowest in division)
- Weak defensive performance (128 goals against in 41 games)
- Poor overall record (13-21, only 33 points in 41 games)
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Nashville Predators vs. Washington Capitals odds
| Nashville Predators | Washington Capitals | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -120 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | +105 (via bet365 US) |
Key stats
- 1The Nashville Predators have won 13 out of 41 matches this season.
- 2The Washington Capitals have won 27 out of 42 matches this season.
- 3With 33 points, the Nashville Predators holds the 14th position in the league standings.
- 4Washington Capitals's 59 points place them 1st in the rankings.
Nashville Predators vs. Washington Capitals form
Nashville Predators vs. Washington Capitals head to head
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