Free NHL Prediction: Capitals vs. Kings Odds
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NHL Handicapping Analysis:
(43-14-8) Washington Capitals vs. Los Angeles Kings (34-20-9)
- NHL Starting Goalies: Logan Thompson vs. Darcy Kuemper
Date: Thursday, March 13th
Time: 10:30 PM EST
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
NHL Puckline Betting Lines: Capitals +1.5 | Kings -1.5 (Bet Now!)
Hockey Moneyline Odds: Capitals +103 | Kings -122
NHL Total: O/U 5.5
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Logan Thompson vs. Darcy Kuemper
Buckle Up for a Goalie Showdown!
It’s a clash of titans in the crease tonight as Logan Thompson (projected) squares off against Darcy Kuemper in a battle of elite netminders!
Thompson has been riding a heater, picking up his third straight win despite giving up 10 goals in his last three outings. His record? A jaw-dropping 28-4-5! While his GAA has crept up to 2.36, he’s still delivering when it counts.
Kuemper, on the other hand, was rock solid in a 4-1 victory over the Islanders, stopping 33 of 34 shots. The Kings didn’t make it easy on him—eight penalties!—but he held firm. With back-to-back wins and a strong 2.29 GAA, Kuemper is proving once again why he’s a clutch performer.
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This one’s shaping up to be a thriller! Who takes the W?
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Washington Capitals
Washington’s 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes brings their record to 43-14-8. The Capitals were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, resulting in a push.
After trailing 1-0, Washington scored twice in the first period, but the Hurricanes responded with three unanswered goals. The Capitals’ defense struggled, allowing 44 shots on goal.
Washington Capitals Stats
Washington’s offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, both coming in the first period. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal and scored once on the power play.
Washington had 15 giveaways in the game and didn’t score after the first period. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, and Dylan Strome added his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s power-play goal.
Defensively, the Capitals will look to bounce back after allowing four goals to the Hurricanes. Despite Charlie Lindgren’s impressive 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, Washington’s defense gave up goals at 2:29 and 5:26 of the second period, as well as an empty-netter late in the third. The Capitals’ defense also recorded 2 takeaways and 20 hits.
Los Angeles Kings
After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 34-20-9. Los Angeles held a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left, and the Blackhawks eventually won in a shootout.
The Kings were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed it over the line.
Los Angeles Kings Stats
Alex Laferriere netted his 7th and 8th goals of the season, with his first coming on a power play at 16:03 in the first period. Phillip Danault added his first goal of the season at 8:12 in the third period.
The Kings fired 40 shots on goal, with Danault taking 5 and Laferriere scoring twice on 3 shots. Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5.
Defensively, the Kings will look to bounce back after allowing three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game, including the tying goal with just 31 seconds remaining. Goalie Darcy Kuemper finished with 18 saves and a save percentage of 85.7%.
Washington Capitals vs. Los Angeles Kings NHL Hockey Betting Trends
- The Capitals are 5-0 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Kings are 1-4 puck line in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Capitals are 7-3 puck line in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Kings have gone 4-6 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Capitals’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 2-1.
- The Kings’ have an over/under record of 0-3 in their last 3 games at home.
4* Free NHL Hockey Betting Prediction: Capitals +1.5
For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Kings to pick up on a win over the Capitals at home. With the moneyline sitting at -122, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Kings straight-up.
If you’re looking for my recommendation on the puck line, I suggest taking the Capitals to cover. Even if the Kings manage to win outright, this game is expected to remain competitive, and the Capitals should cover the puck line.
For those looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.
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