Montreal Canadiens vs. Washington Capitals Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [2/6/2024]

NHL action continues on Tuesday at 7:00PM ET as the Montreal Canadiens lock horns with the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Tuesday's Canadiens vs. Capitals matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Canadiens vs. Capitals Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used advanced machine learning and data to simulate the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Canadiens and Capitals 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Capitals a 58% chance of defeating the Canadiens.

According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 5.5 goals has a 54% chance of going over.

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Canadiens vs. Capitals Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Canadiens	Capitals
Puck Line	+1.5 (-185)	-1.5 (+158)
Moneyline	+135	-160
Total	o5.5 (-115)	u5.5 (+100)

• The Capitals are listed as -1.5 favorites against the Canadiens, with +158 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Canadiens (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -185.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Capitals at -160, which means you can risk $160 to win $100 for a total payout of $260 if they get the W.
• BetMGM also has the best moneyline odds for the Canadiens at +135, where you can bet $100 to profit $135, earning a total payout of $235 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 5.5 with DraftKings Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -115, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at +100.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out the sports betting sites you have access to in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Canadiens vs. Capitals Picks

By comparing our probabilities to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks to make on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Capitals -1.5	+158
Moneyline	Canadiens	+135
Total	Over 5.5	-115

Although the Canadiens are more likely to cover the puck line, our best bet of Capitals -1.5 is based on the chance of that happening, when compared to the best odds available.

And while the Capitals are more likely to win the game, betting on the Canadiens moneyline is the best option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is crucial to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.

Our NHL best bets are based on complex modeling and wagering intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Canadiens vs. Capitals Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Canadiens vs. Capitals?

According to our model, Montreal's Cole Caufield is most likely to score the first goal in Canadiens vs. Capitals.

Our projections give Caufield a 7.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Capital One Arena, while the Canadiens star is a 37.8% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Montreal Canadiens

Player	First Goal Probability
Cole Caufield	7.1%
Nick Suzuki	5.9%
Josh Anderson	4.9%
Juraj Slafkovsky	4.2%
Joel Armia	3.4%

Washington Capitals

Player	First Goal Probability
Max Pacioretty	6.8%
T.J. Oshie	6.2%
Dylan Strome	6.2%
Anthony Mantha	5.4%
Tom Wilson	4.8%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Montreal Canadiens

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Cole Caufield	37.8%
Nick Suzuki	30.7%
Josh Anderson	26.0%
Juraj Slafkovsky	22.7%
Joel Armia	20.1%

Washington Capitals

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Max Pacioretty	34.9%
T.J. Oshie	32.8%
Dylan Strome	28.9%
Anthony Mantha	28.5%
Tom Wilson	25.9%
Remember, our model updates frequently, so check this article for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of the Canadiens vs. Capitals on Tuesday February 6, 2024.

Habs vs. Caps Game Information

Tuesday's action between the Capitals and Canadiens at Capital One Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. Washington Capitals
• Date: Tuesday February 6, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Capital One Arena

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Conclusion

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