Capitals vs Devils Picks, Predictions, and Odds Tonight

Washington Capitals are struggling with injuries. New Jersey Devils have allowed two or fewer goals in each of its last seven games. The Devils are currently first in the Metropolitan Division.

Washington has been struggling with injuries to its forwards. Tom Wilson, Nicklas Backstrom and Carl Hagelin are all out. The team's lack of firepower is a problem against New Jersey's efficient defense. Goalkeeper Vitek Vanecek is expected to start for his former team against his old club. He's 9-2 this season with a .917 SV% and 2.14 GAA.

Washington Capitals team total is under 2.5.

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The Devils are laying –195 on the moneyline at DraftKings. The puck line is –1.5 at +145. Washington is going to start Charlie Lindgren in goal. He is 2-1-2 with a .905 SV% and 3.13 GAA this season.

The Devils' offense is as good as their defense. New Jersey's young offensive core has been nearly unstoppable. Washington's defense ranks just 20th in xGA/60 at 5v5.

Opposing teams have scored two or fewer goals in each of New Jersey’s last seven games.