Penguins vs. Capitals prediction: NHL odds and picks tonight

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Penguins vs. Capitals prediction: NHL odds and picks tonight

Pittsburgh Penguins are on a six-game losing streak and are five points out of a playoff spot. The Penguins have made the postseason 16 years in a row. They are -128 road favorites over the Caps on Wednesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET and the game will be broadcast on NHL Network.

Washington Capitals are 6-6-2 with a -2 goal differential through 14 games. The Caps have lost Tom Wilson, Nicklas Backstrom, John Carlson, Dmitry Orlov, TJ Oshie and Connor Brown. They are 25th in the NHL with 46.3% expected goals rate.

Penguins are a road favorite against the Capitals. Washington has a lot of offensive talent on the roster. Pittsburgh has generally tilted the ice in the right direction this season. Penguins ranks fifth in expected goals rate and fourth in high-danger scoring chance percentage.