The game between the Washington Capitals and the Nashville Predators at 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday has a variety of betting possibilities to consider. With that in mind, here’s an in-depth look at our best bets, along with picks and projections.

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Capitals vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 6.5 goals)

• This season, eight of Washington’s 11 games have gone over Wednesday’s total of 5.5 goals.
• So far this season, seven games Nashville has played finished with over 5.5 goals.
• The total for this game (5.5) is 1.1 less than the combined scoring averages for the Capitals (4.18) and Predators (2.42).
• The 6.4 goals per game these two teams are giving up on average are 0.9 more than the total for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -111

• The Capitals were a moneyline favorite in three games this season, and won each time.
• Washington has won all three games when it played with moneyline odds of -111 or shorter.
• The Capitals’ implied moneyline win probability is 52.6% in this matchup.

Predators Moneyline: -109

• Nashville is looking for its first win as the underdog on the moneyline this season (in three opportunities).
• When the Predators’ moneyline odds are -109 or longer, they are yet to win a game in three opportunities.
• Nashville’s implied probability to win this game is 52.2% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 5, Nashville 1

Capitals Points Leaders

• Dylan Strome has been critical to Washington’s offense this season, recording 17 points in 11 games.
• Alexander Ovechkin has 14 points (seven goals, seven assists) to add to the team’s scoring efforts.
• Through 11 games, Connor McMichael has proven himself as another option for Washington. He has 12 points (seven goals and five assists).
• Charlie Lindgren (3-3-0) has a 2.7 goals against average and a save percentage of .897 for Washington.

Predators Points Leaders

• Filip Forsberg is a top offensive contributor for his squad with 10 points (0.8 per game). He has totaled six goals and four assists in 12 games (playing 19:26 per game).
• Nashville’s Ryan O’Reilly has racked up nine total points (0.8 per game), with three goals and six assists.
• Roman Josi has one goal and six assists for Washington.
• Nashville’s Juuse Saros is 3-6-1 this season, amassing 258 saves and giving up 28 goals (2.8 goals against average) with a .902 save percentage (29th in the league).

Capitals’ Schedule

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Predators’ Schedule

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Washington vs. Nashville Game Info

• Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
• Time: 7:00 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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