How to Pick the Capitals vs. Flyers Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 23

Published 8:47 pm Tuesday, October 22, 2024

The game between the Washington Capitals and the Philadelphia Flyers at 7:30 PM ET on Wednesday has a variety of betting possibilities to consider. With that in mind, here’s an in-depth look at our best bets, along with picks and projections.

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Capitals vs. Flyers Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 6.8 goals)

  • This season, Washington games have gone over this one’s 6-goal over/under three times.
  • This season, three of Philadelphia’s games have featured more than 6 goals.
  • The Capitals score 4 goals per game, compared to the Flyers’ average of 2.17, adding up to 0.2 more goals than this contest’s total of 6.
  • The 7.2 goals per game these two teams are conceding on average are 1.2 more than the over/under for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -137

  • The Capitals will be the moneyline favorite for the first time this season.
  • Washington has not played with moneyline odds of -137 or shorter.
  • Based on the moneyline in this matchup, the Capitals’ implied win probability is 57.8%.

Flyers Moneyline: +116

  • Philadelphia has claimed an upset victory one time when playing as the moneyline underdog this season (in five games as the underdog).
  • When the Flyers’ moneyline odds are +116 or longer, they have won a single game out of four opportunities.
  • Philadelphia’s implied probability to win is 46.3% based on its moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 6, Philadelphia 1

Capitals Points Leaders

  • Dylan Strome has been imperative to Washington’s offense this season, putting up eight points in five games.
  • Tom Wilson has five goals and one assist for Washington to compile six total points (1.2 per game).
  • On 10 shots (for one goal) and five assists, Connor McMichael has created six points this season.
  • In three games played this season, Charlie Lindgren (2-1-0) has given up seven goals.

Flyers Points Leaders

  • Matvei Michkov is a top offensive contributor for his squad with five points (0.8 per game). He has recorded two goals and three assists in six games (playing 18:48 per game).
  • Bobby Brink has made a big impact for Philadelphia this season with four points, thanks to one goal and three assists.
  • Philadelphia’s Scott Laughton has four points (two goals, two assists) this season.
  • Samuel Ersson has an .888 save percentage (38th in the league), with 111 total saves, while conceding 14 goals (3.2 goals against average). He has put together a 1-2-1 record between the posts for Philadelphia this season.

Capitals’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/17/2024 Stars W 3-2 Home +130
10/19/2024 Devils W 6-5 Away +150
10/22/2024 Flyers W 4-1 Away +117
10/23/2024 Flyers Home -137
10/26/2024 Lightning Away
10/29/2024 Rangers Home
10/31/2024 Canadiens Home

Flyers’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/17/2024 Kraken L 6-4 Away +119
10/19/2024 Canucks L 3-0 Home +122
10/22/2024 Capitals L 4-1 Home -137
10/23/2024 Capitals Away +116
10/26/2024 Wild Home
10/27/2024 Canadiens Home
10/29/2024 Bruins Away

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Washington vs. Philadelphia Game Info

  • Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: TNT
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Max (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Location: Washington D.C.
  • Venue: Capital One Arena

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