Capitals vs Coyotes Betting Analysis and Prediction

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04 December 2023

Capitals vs Coyotes Betting Analysis and Prediction

The Arizona Coyotes (12-9-2), fourth in the NHL standings for the Central Division, host the Washington Capitals (12-7-2) in one of six NHL games on the NHL schedule Monday. Arizona has won four games in a row, including three against the last three Stanley Cup winners, and is into a wildcard position in the Western Conference. Washington is 7-3 in its last 10 games.

Darcy Kuemper (3.04 GAA, .894 save percentage) is the projected starting goaltender for the Capitals. Connor Ingram (2.40 GAA, .925), among the early NHL picks for the Vezina Trophy, is likely to start in goal for the Coyotes. Let’s take a look at the Capitals vs Coyotes betting analysis and the NHL odds for this matchup.

Washington Capitals vs. Arizona Coyotes Odds

Capitals vs. Coyotes Information

Washington Capitals vs Arizona Coyotes

Location of the game: Mullett Arena. Tempe, Arizona.

Date & Time: Monday, December 4. 9:00 p.m. ET.

How to Watch: ESPN+

Recent Scores

Washington has been among the better NHL teams in the past few weeks, but lost 4-1 to the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday.
Tom Wilson scored his eighth goal of the season to tie with Dylan Strome for the team lead.
He scored a hat trick in Washington’s 5-4 win over the Anaheim Ducks last Thursday.
The Coyotes are coming off of a 4-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Saturday.
Alex Kerfoot had a goal and two assists, while Ingram made 31 saves.
Arizona has outscored its opponents 13-5 in its last four games.

Washington Capitals vs. Arizona Coyotes Betting Analysis

Capitals Finding Ways to Win

As we look at the Capitals vs Coyotes betting analysis, it’s somewhat surprising to see Washington holding down a playoff spot in the Metropolitan Division. The veteran team has several injuries and wasn’t expected to contend this season. Alex Ovechkin has just five goals in 21 games this season.

Moreover, the Capitals are 31st in goals (2.38) and 29th in shots (28.1) and 19th in shots allowed (2.81). Despite these NHL stats and a battered Washington Capitals roster, they continue to find ways to win. They’re just 8-13 against the spread (ATS), including 4-5 on the road, and have a goal differential of minus-7.

Coyotes Emerging as a Playoff Contender

Arizona has made the playoffs just once in the last 11 seasons, but the tide appears to be turning for the young team. The Coyotes look a lot more respectable this season and, thus, Arizona Coyotes games have been a lot tougher to predict. They’re in a wildcard playoff spot heading into the Capitals vs Coyotes betting analysis and have beaten some of the best NHL teams in the league.

The Arizona Coyotes rank 15th in goals (3.22) and T13th in goals allowed (2.96). They’ve been somewhat lucky as they’re 31st in shots (27.2) and 25th in shots allowed (32.2). Timely scoring and incredible goaltending from Ingram has been the recipe for success. They also have depth scoring. Clayton Keller leads the team in NHL player stats with 21 points (8 goals, 13 assists), while 10 players have double-digit points.

Updates

Washington is without veterans T.J. Oshie, Nicklas Backstrom, and Max Pacioretty. Neither player is expected to return anytime soon. Arizona has several players on the NHL injury report, including Travis Dermott, Barrett Hayton, Jack McBain, and Travis Boyd.

Capitals vs. Coyotes Betting Preview

Arizona, despite being among the hottest NHL picks as of late, are just barely the betting favorites with -115 moneyline odds and -1.5 (+185) puck line odds.
The Capitals have -105 moneyline odds and +1.5 (-250) puck line odds.
The over/under for the Capitals vs Coyotes betting analysis is 5.5.

Washington Capitals vs. Arizona Coyotes Betting Prediction

Arizona is 13-10 against the spread (ATS), including 5-6 at home, and has an over-under record of 13-10, also 6-5 at home. The Washington Capitals have an over-under record of 6-15 this season, including 3-6 on the road. Ride the Coyotes win streak and take the over.