Whether you’re looking to place a single bet or have your eyes set on putting together a parlay, Saturday’s game at 5:00 PM ET between the Washington Capitals and the Columbus Blue Jackets features a variety of betting options. Prior to the puck dropping, take a look at our best bets for this game.

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Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 7 goals)

• This season, Washington and its opponent have combined to outscore Saturday’s over/under of 6 goals six times.
• Seven of Columbus’ games have ended with over 6 goals this season.
• The Capitals score 4.11 goals per game, compared to the Blue Jackets’ average of 3.7, adding up to 1.8 more goals than this contest’s total of 6.
• The 6.1 goals per game these two teams are giving up on average are 0.1 more than the total for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -229

• The Capitals have been a moneyline favorite two times this season (they went 2-0 in those games).
• Washington has not played a game with moneyline odds shorter than -229.
• The implied moneyline probability for this game says the Capitals have a 69.6% chance to win.

Blue Jackets Moneyline: +187

• In 10 games as the moneyline underdog, Columbus has pulled off the upset five times.
• The Blue Jackets have won two games with moneyline odds of +187 or longer (in three such games).
• Columbus’ moneyline gives it an implied probability of 34.8% to win this game.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, Columbus 3

Capitals Points Leaders

• One of Washington’s top offensive options this season is Dylan Strome, who has recorded 13 points in nine games.
• Alexander Ovechkin is another of Washington’s important contributors currently with 10 total points (five goals and five assists) to his name.
• Through nine games, Connor McMichael has proven himself as another option for Washington. He has 10 points (five goals and five assists).
• Across five games played, Charlie Lindgren has a goaltending record of 3-2-0. During those games, he’s allowed 13 goals while recording 98 saves.

Blue Jackets Points Leaders

• Kirill Marchenko is a key offensive option for Columbus, with 12 points this season. He has put up four goals and eight assists in 10 games.
• Sean Monahan has made a big impact for Columbus this season with 10 points, thanks to six goals and four assists.
• Zachary Werenski has scored three goals and contributed six assists for Columbus, giving him a point total of nine.
• Daniil Tarasov has a record of 3-1-1 in five games this season, conceding 17 goals (3.4 goals against average) with 133 saves and an .887 save percentage, 44th in the league.

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Washington vs. Columbus Game Info

• Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
• Time: 5:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Location: Washington D.C.
• Venue: Capital One Arena

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