Washington vs San Jose: prediction for the NHL game
The Capitals go against the Sharks in the National Hockey League on January 27. What to expect from this fixture? Look out for our predictions in the article below.

Command Analysis

Washington Capitals

Washington are in 6th place in the Eastern Conference standings with a total of 55 points. The recent results of the Capitals, however, are nothing to write home about - they haven't been able to mount a winning streak for quite a while.
After losing to Boston (3:4), the Capitals defeated Ottawa in overtime (3:2 OT) and then suffered a narrow defeat to Vegas (0:1). Once one of the most productive teams in the League couldn't score a single goal against the Golden Knights.

San Jose Sharks

San Jose celebrated success in one of the last four games - they defeated Los Angeles (6:2). In the following matches, the Sharks were upset by Seattle (2:3) and crushed by Tampa Bay (1:7).
In theory, the Sharks cans till qualify for the playoffs, but they have a tough away series ahead of them. On average, Bob Boughner's men score three goals in away games, but often concede the same number or more.
Trends

Washington scored fewer than four goals in their last five games.

In 4 out of 5 games between the clubs, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
The Capitals are slumping and weren't convincing even in their recent game against Ottawa. The Sharks have created problems for Washington before, both at home and away, and we will be taking a risk and betting on the visitors in this match.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (+1) to San Jose
Washington couldn't score more than three goals in their previous games, and we doubt they will have solved all of their problems in attack by tonight. We suggest playing the individual total of the hosts here.
Second bet - Washington IT under 3.5 goals