How to Pick the Golden Knights vs. Capitals Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 15

Published 12:39 pm Monday, October 14, 2024

Looking to make some bets on the upcoming contest (Tuesday at 7:00 PM ET) between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena Below, we submit our best bets, along with our picks and projections for this matchup.

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Golden Knights vs. Capitals Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 7.8 goals)

  • In 46 games last season, Vegas and its opponent combined for more than 6 goals.
  • Washington’s games last season had over 6 goals 44 of 86 times.
  • These teams averaged a combined 5.8 goals per game, 0.2 fewer than this one’s total.
  • These teams surrendered a combined six goals per game, zero more than this one’s total.
  • In terms of goals scored, the Golden Knights were 13th in the league, and the Capitals were 28th.
  • The Golden Knights were 11th in the league in goals conceded, and the Capitals were 16th.

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Moneyline Pick

Golden Knights Moneyline: -125

  • The Golden Knights compiled a 31-23 record when listed as a moneyline favorite last season.
  • When playing as a moneyline favorite with odds of -125 or shorter, Vegas had a 26-17 record (winning 60.5% of its games).
  • The Golden Knights have a 55.6% chance to win this game based on the moneyline’s implied probability.

Capitals Moneyline: +105

  • Last season the Capitals had 26 wins in the 66 games in which they were an underdog.
  • Washington had a record of 26-36 in games when bookmakers listed them as +105 or longer on the moneyline last season.
  • The moneyline set in this matchup implies a 48.8% chance for the Capitals to win.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Vegas 5, Washington 3

Golden Knights Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • Jack Eichel was important to Vegas’ offense last season, putting up 68 points in 63 games.
  • William Karlsson was another of Vegas’ key contributors last season, totaling 60 total points (30 goals and 30 assists).
  • Mark Stone created 53 points for Vegas in 56 games last season, netting a goal on 13.7% of his shots and putting up 16 goals and 37 assists.
  • In the 40 games Ilya Samsonov played a season ago, his save percentage was .890, 53rd in the league.

Capitals Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • Washington’s Dylan Strome recorded 40 assists and 27 goals in 82 games last season, for 67 points.
  • Washington’s Alexander Ovechkin racked up 65 total points (0.8 per game), with 31 goals and 34 assists.
  • Washington’s John Carlson had 52 points, courtesy of 10 goals (11th on team) and 42 assists (first).
  • Charlie Lindgren had a .911 save percentage (17th in the league) last season, giving up 127 goals (2.7 goals against average). He compiled a 25-16-7 record between the pipes for Washington.

Golden Knights’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/9/2024 Avalanche W 8-4 Home -114
10/11/2024 Blues W 4-3 Home -225
10/13/2024 Ducks W 3-1 Home -297
10/15/2024 Capitals Away -125
10/17/2024 Lightning Away
10/19/2024 Panthers Away
10/22/2024 Kings Home

Capitals’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/12/2024 Devils L 5-3 Home +118
10/15/2024 Golden Knights Home +105
10/17/2024 Stars Home
10/19/2024 Devils Away
10/22/2024 Flyers Away

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Vegas vs. Washington Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: Washington D.C.
  • Venue: Capital One Arena

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