Capitals vs Blackhawks Picks, Predictions, and Odds Tonight
The Washington Capitals have won four straight games. Chicago is the worst team in the NHL. The game is being broadcast on ESPN. Chicago and Washington are both struggling.
Washington Capitals are on a four-game winning streak. Chicago's lineup is almost laughable. The team traded every key player outside of Patrick Kane during the offseason. Petr Mrazek is the starter for Chicago, but he's having a difficult season. Charlie Lindgren is projected to start for Washington. Washington has the better offense, defense, and a better goaltender. The Caps rank 10th in penalty minutes and 7th on the penalty kill percentage. They should win and cover. It's a good day for the Blackhawks.
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The Caps are a favorite against the Blackhawks at +140. Alex Ovechkin has scored an empty netter in each of Washington's last three games. The Hawks have lost nine of their last 12 games by two or more goals.
The Blackhawks are a team that struggles to score and to shut down opposing offenses. The Blackhawks' defense is uninspired. Ovi will look for the hat-trick tonight to enter the 800-goal club.
Chicago Blackhawks have lost by two or more goals in nine of their last 12 games.
