How to Pick the Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 12
Published 12:43 pm Wednesday, December 11, 2024
The matchup between the Washington Capitals and the Columbus Blue Jackets at 7:00 PM ET on Thursday has lots of betting options to consider. With that in mind, here’s an in-depth look at our best bets, along with picks and predictions.
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Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Picks
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Total Pick
Pick OU: Over 6.5 (model projecting 6.9 goals)
- This season, 14 of Washington’s 27 games have gone over Thursday’s over/under of 6.5 goals.
- This season, 19 of Columbus’ games have featured more than 6.5 goals.
- The total for this game (6.5) is 0.9 less than the combined scoring averages for the Capitals (4.04) and Blue Jackets (3.39).
- This game’s over/under is 0.2 more than the 6.4 goals these two teams allow per game combined.
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Moneyline Pick
Capitals Moneyline: -156
- The Capitals have won 70.0% of their games when favored on the moneyline this season (7-3).
- In games it has played with moneyline odds of -156 or shorter, Washington is 2-2 (winning 50.0% of the time).
- Based on this game’s moneyline, the Capitals have an implied probability of 60.9% to win.
Blue Jackets Moneyline: +131
- In 24 games as the underdog on the moneyline, Columbus has achieved the upset 10 times.
- When the Blue Jackets’ moneyline odds are +131 or longer, they have won seven games out of 14 opportunities.
- Columbus’ implied probability to win this game is 43.3% based on the moneyline.
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Score Prediction
Prediction:
Washington 4, Columbus 3
Capitals Points Leaders
- With nine goals and 26 assists this season, Dylan Strome is one of Washington’s top contributors (35 points).
- Connor McMichael is another of Washington’s top contributors currently with 26 total points (15 goals and 11 assists) to his name.
- With 25 points through 18 games (15 goals and 10 assists), Alexander Ovechkin has been an important part of Washington’s offense this season.
- Logan Thompson (11-1-2) has a 2.5 goals against average and a save percentage of .913 for Washington.
Blue Jackets Points Leaders
- Columbus’ Zachary Werenski has recorded 20 assists and nine goals in 28 games, good for 29 points.
- Kirill Marchenko is a key contributor for Columbus, with 27 total points this season. He has netted 10 goals and provided 17 assists in 28 games.
- Sean Monahan has nine goals and 15 assists, for a season point total of 24.
- Elvis Merzlikins has a 9-8-2 record this season, with an .888 save percentage (51st in the league). In 19 games, he has 460 saves, and has given up 58 goals (3.1 goals against average).
Capitals’ Schedule
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| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2024 | Sharks | L 2-1 | Home | -294 |
| 12/6/2024 | Maple Leafs | W 3-1 | Away | +124 |
| 12/7/2024 | Canadiens | W 4-2 | Away | -149 |
| 12/12/2024 | Blue Jackets | – | Away | -156 |
| 12/14/2024 | Sabres | – | Home | – |
| 12/16/2024 | Stars | – | Away | – |
| 12/17/2024 | Blackhawks | – | Away | – |
Blue Jackets’ Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/6/2024 | Canucks | L 5-2 | Away | +186 |
| 12/8/2024 | Jets | W 4-1 | Away | +141 |
| 12/10/2024 | Flyers | L 5-3 | Home | +107 |
| 12/12/2024 | Capitals | – | Home | +131 |
| 12/14/2024 | Ducks | – | Home | – |
| 12/15/2024 | Hurricanes | – | Away | – |
| 12/17/2024 | Lightning | – | Away | – |
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Washington vs. Columbus Game Info
- Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
- Time: 7:00 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: Columbus, Ohio
- Venue: Nationwide Arena
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