For people looking to wager on the upcoming battle between the Washington Capitals and the Dallas Stars on Thursday at 7:00 PM ET, is Alexander Ovechkin a player who is a good bet to light the lamp? We analyze all the numbers in the piece below.

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Will Alexander Ovechkin score a goal against the Stars?

Odds to score a goal this game: +165 (Bet $10 to win $16.50 if he scores a goal)

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Ovechkin 2023-24 stats and insights

• Ovechkin scored in 25 of 79 games last season, and had multiple goals in six of those games.
• In two games versus the Stars last season, he scored one goal on seven shots.
• Ovechkin recorded 13 goals and 15 assists on the power play.
• He posted an 11.4% shooting percentage, taking 3.3 shots per game.

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Stars 2023-24 defensive stats

• The Stars conceded 232 total goals (2.8 per game), ranking eighth in league action for the fewest goals against.
• The Stars did not secure a shutout last season. Their skaters averaged 17.8 hits and 14.9 blocked shots per game.

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Capitals vs. Stars game info

• Game Day: Thursday, October 17, 2024
• Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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