NHL betting odds interest swings to the Florida Panthers at Washington battle on Saturday at Verizon Center as the Capitals try to defend home turf and reward moneyline betting fans.
Odds Shark score prediction models pick a 3.3-2.8 result in favor of the Panthers today. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Florida Panthers vs Washington Capitals Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Washington Capitals sport a record of 4-3-1 heading into this matchup, while the Florida Panthers sit at 2-4-0 on the season. The OVER/UNDER records are 6-2 for the Capitals and 6-0 for the Panthers. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Washington vs Florida injuries news.
The NHL Power Rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Washington Capitals rated this week at No. 3 and the Florida Panthers sitting at No. 15.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Washington's No. 10-ranked offense, averaging 3.38 goals per game, against a Panthers defense that ranks No. 28 at 4 goals allowed. The Capitals power play is averaging 29.63% while the Panthers defense kills off 68% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Last time out for Florida, they were a 4-3 loser as they battled the Penguins at home. Moneyline bettors who got the Penguins at -116 were rewarded, while the 7 combined goals moved the game OVER for totals bettors.
The Capitals were a 4-3 Sportsbook in their most recent outing on the road against the Red Wings. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Washington at -124 on the moneyline, while the total score (7) was good news for OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Florida at Montreal, Tuesday, October 24th
Washington at Vancouver, Thursday, October 26th