How to Pick the Stars vs. Capitals Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 16
Published 12:41 pm Sunday, December 15, 2024
Looking to put some money on the upcoming game (Monday at 8:00 PM ET) between the Dallas Stars and the Washington Capitals at American Airlines Center? Below, we provide our best bets, along with our picks and predictions for this matchup.
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Stars vs. Capitals Picks
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Total Pick
Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.2 goals)
- This season, Dallas and its opponent have combined to outscore Monday’s total of 6.5 goals 10 times.
- In Washington’s 29 games this season, 14 have finished with more goals than Monday’s over/under of 6.5.
- These two teams combine for 7.2 goals per game, 0.7100000000000009 more than the over/under for this contest.
- This game’s total is 1.3 more than the 5.2 goals these two teams concede per game combined.
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Moneyline Pick
Stars Moneyline: -168
- In the 24 times this season the Stars have been favored on the moneyline, they have gone 16-8 in those games.
- Dallas is 9-3 when it has played with moneyline odds of -168 or shorter (75.0% win percentage).
- Based on this matchup’s moneyline, the Stars have an implied probability of 62.7% to win.
Capitals Moneyline: +141
- Washington has 12 wins when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (which has happened 17 times).
- The Capitals have three wins in games when their odds are +141 or longer on the moneyline (in four opportunities).
- Washington has a 41.5% implied probability to win this game.
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Score Prediction
Prediction:
Washington 4, Dallas 3
Stars Points Leaders
- A productive offensive player this season for Dallas, Matt Duchene has recorded 30 points.
- Mason Marchment has 27 points (12 goals, 15 assists) to add to the team’s scoring efforts.
- With 20 points through 19 games (nine goals and 11 assists), Tyler Seguin has been an important part of Dallas’ offensive attack this season.
- In 22 games played this season, Jake Oettinger (15-7-0) has given up 51 goals.
Capitals Points Leaders
- Dylan Strome is a top offensive contributor for his squad with 37 points (1.3 per game). He has recorded 10 goals and 27 assists in 29 games (playing 17:34 per game).
- Washington’s Connor McMichael has racked up 27 total points (0.9 per game), with 15 goals and 12 assists.
- Washington’s Aliaksei Protas has 26 points (11 goals, 15 assists) this season.
- Logan Thompson’s record stands at 12-1-2 on the season, allowing 37 goals (2.4 goals against average) and amassing 388 saves with a .913 save percentage (14th in the league).
Stars’ Schedule
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| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2024 | Flames | W 6-2 | Home | -231 |
| 12/12/2024 | Predators | L 4-1 | Home | -221 |
| 12/14/2024 | Blues | W 2-1 | Home | -242 |
| 12/16/2024 | Capitals | – | Home | -168 |
| 12/18/2024 | Maple Leafs | – | Home | – |
| 12/20/2024 | Rangers | – | Home | – |
| 12/23/2024 | Utah Hockey Club | – | Away | – |
Capitals’ Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/7/2024 | Canadiens | W 4-2 | Away | -149 |
| 12/12/2024 | Blue Jackets | W 2-1 | Away | -172 |
| 12/14/2024 | Sabres | W 4-2 | Home | -190 |
| 12/16/2024 | Stars | – | Away | +141 |
| 12/17/2024 | Blackhawks | – | Away | – |
| 12/20/2024 | Hurricanes | – | Home | – |
| 12/22/2024 | Kings | – | Home | – |
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Dallas vs. Washington Game Info
- Date: Monday, December 16, 2024
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
- Location: Dallas, Texas
- Venue: American Airlines Center
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