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Washington Capitals vs. Detroit Red Wings Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [2/27/2024]
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The Detroit Red Wings and Washington Capitals will lock horns in the NHL at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Dimers.com's in-depth preview for Tuesday's Capitals vs. Red Wings matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.
Capitals vs. Red Wings Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread
We have used advanced machine learning and statistics to simulate the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Capitals and Red Wings 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL predictions.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Red Wings a 58% chance of defeating the Capitals.
According to our model, the Capitals (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6 goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Capitals vs. Red Wings Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Capitals | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-170) | -1.5 (+150) |
| Moneyline | +146 | -165 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
- The Red Wings are -1.5 favorites versus the Capitals, with +150 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
- For the underdog Capitals (+1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -170.
- BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Red Wings at -165. That means you can risk $165 to win $100 for a total payout of $265 if they get the W.
- FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Capitals at +146, where you can bet $100 to profit $146, earning a total payout of $246 if they win.
- The Over/Under sits at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -120, as well as the best odds for the Under at +100.
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Capitals vs. Red Wings Picks
Our probabilities, matched with the listed odds, reveal the top betting picks for this game, detailed in Dimers' NHL best bets, crafted from expert modeling and analysis:
| Bet Type | Our Pick | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Capitals +1.5 | -170 |
| Moneyline | Capitals | +146 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
While the Red Wings are more likely to win the game, betting on the Capitals moneyline is the best option due to the 1.3% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently on offer.
Capitals vs. Red Wings Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Capitals vs. Red Wings?
According to our model, Detroit's Dylan Larkin is most likely to score the first goal in Capitals vs. Red Wings.
Our projections give Larkin a 7.2% chance of scoring the first goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the Red Wings star is a 34.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Strome | 5.9% |
| Alex Ovechkin | 5.4% |
| Tom Wilson | 5.1% |
| John Carlson | 4.8% |
| Max Pacioretty | 4.4% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Larkin | 7.2% |
| Alex DeBrincat | 5.2% |
| Patrick Kane | 4.7% |
| Lucas Raymond | 4.4% |
| Daniel Sprong | 4.4% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Strome | 31.6% |
| Alex Ovechkin | 28.3% |
| Tom Wilson | 25.7% |
| Max Pacioretty | 24.9% |
| John Carlson | 23.8% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Larkin | 34.1% |
| Alex DeBrincat | 29.0% |
| Patrick Kane | 24.8% |
| David Perron | 23.5% |
| Daniel Sprong | 22.8% |
Caps vs. Red Wings Game Information
Tuesday's game between the Red Wings and Capitals at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Washington Capitals vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Date: Tuesday February 27, 2024
- Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Our full coverage of Capitals vs. Red Wings includes pregame predictions, betting picks, and live scores.
Conclusion
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