Capitals vs. Flyers prediction: NHL pick, odds Wednesday

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Capitals vs. Flyers prediction: NHL pick, odds Wednesday

Washington Capitals are 13-2-1 in their last 17 games. They are within five points of the Carolina Hurricanes for first place in the Metropolitan Division. Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson made their season debuts on Sunday in a 1-0 win over Columbus.

Washington Capitals are outpacing their expected goals data by a wide margin over their last 10 games. The Caps were fortunate to beat the Blue Jackets and didn't look at the races in a loss to Nashville over the weekend.

Philadelphia has won four of its last five games. The Flyers are a dangerous underdog against the overvalued Washington Capitals.

The odds favor the Flyers at FanDuel Sportsbook.