The Pittsburgh Penguins look to emerge victorious in NHL odds action as the Washington Capitals arrive at Consol Energy Centre on Sunday.
Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 2.8-2.6 victory for the Penguins. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Washington Capitals vs Pittsburgh Penguins Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Pittsburgh will face the 51-14-5 Capitals. In totals betting, the Penguins are 29-29-13 in over under betting so far this season while the Washington Capitals are 27-27-16. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Pittsburgh vs Washington injuries news.
The NHL Power Rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Pittsburgh Penguins rated this week at No. 13 and the Washington Capitals sitting at No. 5.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Pittsburgh's No. 10-ranked offense, averaging 2.79 goals per game, against a Capitals defense that ranks No. 3 at 2.31 goals allowed. The Penguins power play is averaging 17.94% while the Capitals defense kills off 83.87% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Washington was a 4-1 Sportsbook in its last match at home against the Predators. They won as favorites, while the total score of 5 made Sportsbooks of PUSH bettors.
In their last action, Pittsburgh was a 4-1 Sportsbook on the road against the Flyers. Bettors on Pittsburgh at -105 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (5) sent PUSH bettors home happy as well.
- Washington is 16-6 SU in its last 22 games
- Washington is 15-7 SU in its last 22 games on the road
- Washington is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games when playing Pittsburgh
- Washington is 5-10 SU in its last 15 games when playing Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
- Pittsburgh is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
- Pittsburgh is 10-5 SU in its last 15 games when playing Washington
- Pittsburgh is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing Washington
Next Betting Matchups
Washington at Ottawa, Tuesday, March 22nd
Pittsburgh home to New Jersey, Thursday, March 24th
