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Washington vs Pittsburgh: prediction for the NHL fixture
The Capitals square off against the Penguins in the NHL on Wednesday night. What to expect from the teams? Here's our prediction.
Command Analysis
Washington Capitals
USAWashington are struggling to compete with the leaders of their conference. Currently the Capitals are in 12th place in the East, but today they have a good chance to strengthen their standings, considering their opponents' form. Peter Laviolette's men were on a losing streak, but in the last game they defeated Edmonton at home (5:4).
Pittsburgh Penguins
USAPittsburgh have endured a terrible start to the season. The Penguins' results and the quality of their performance leave much to be desired. In the last game, Mike Sullivan's men lost to Seattle at home (2:3), thus extending their losing streak to seven games. The Pens sit in 15th place with 10 points to their name, four points behind their current opponent.
Trends
СтавкаWashington to score in 1st period
In the previous 5 away games, the Capitals scored 3 first-period goals.
Ставка2nd period: total over 1.5 goals
In the last 4 meetings between the two sides in Washington, more than one goal was scored in the second period.
Tip and bets
Washington had a poor start to their campaign, but they look decent at home. The team will hope to collect maximum points tonight - the Penguins had an even worse start to the regular season than their hosts and are a convenient opponent. We will hedge our bet with a zero handicap.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Washington
Both sides have unreliable defensive lines and concede at lot, but there is nothing wrong with their attacks. Considering the teams' positions in the standings, there is no point in holding back - both Washington and Pittsburgh have quality performers on offense, who should deliver many goals in this fixture.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
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