The Washington Capitals (24-9-2) travel to face off against the Detroit Red Wings (13-18-4) on Sunday, December 29th. This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and televised on ESPN+. The Red Wings are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Capitals are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Hurricanes. Puck drop is set for 5:00 ET.

Capitals vs Red Wings

The Washington Capitals Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Washington’s 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes moved them to 24-9-2 for the season. The Capitals were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6 goals, resulting in a push.

After giving up the first goal, the Capitals responded with two scores in the first period. However, the Hurricanes went on to score three unanswered goals, including one with just 9 seconds left in the game.

The Detroit Red Wings Are Coming Off A Win

Detroit picked up a win with a 2-1 victory over the Sabres, bringing their record to 13-18-4. The Red Wings were favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark.

After allowing the first goal in the opening period, the Red Wings responded with two goals in the second. Both of Detroit’s goals came on the power play, with Dylan Larkin finding the net at 12:11 and 5:22 in the second period.

Washington Offense Breakdown

Washington’s offense was held to just two goals on 21 shots in their 4-2 loss to Carolina. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd. The Capitals had 15 giveaways in the game.

Ovechkin’s goal came on a power play, with John Carlson picking up his 7th assist and Dylan Strome his 13th. Nic Dowd also contributed with his 2nd assist of the season.

Red Wings Offense Breakdown

Dylan Larkin accounted for all of Detroit’s offense in their 2-1 win over Buffalo, scoring both goals to bring his season total to 7. Larkin found the net for the first time at the 12:11 mark in the second period and followed up with another goal at 5:22, both coming on power plays.

Lucas Raymond picked up his 10th assist on Larkin’s second goal, while Patrick Kane added his 6th assist. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal but also had 15 giveaways in the game.

Washington Team Defense

After taking a 2-1 lead into the first intermission, the Capitals’ defense allowed two goals in the 2nd period and one more in the 3rd, resulting in a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the defense struggled late, giving up goals at 2:29 and 5:26 of the 2nd period, along with an empty-netter at 19:51 of the 3rd. The Capitals’ defense finished with 2 takeaways and 20 hits.

Detroit Team Defense

Detroit’s defense gave up the first goal at 11:39 in the first period, but they shut down Buffalo the rest of the way. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways, 11 hits, and 16 blocks.

Capitals vs Red Wings Trends

• In their last five games away from home, the Capitals have a straight up record of 2-3 while going 1-4 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 2 goals per game in these contests.
• In their last three games at home, the Red Wings have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 0-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 1 goals per game in this stretch.
• As the betting underdog, the Red Wings have an puck line mark of just 1-2 in their last three games. Detroit posted a straight up mark of 1-2 in these matchups.
• In their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Capitals have a straight up record of 7-3 and an puck line mark of 5-5.

Capitals vs Red Wings Prediction

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Red Wings to take down the Capitals at home. With the moneyline currently at +117, I’m placing my bet on the Red Wings straight-up.

If you’re looking to get a bet down on this matchup, we foresee the Red Wings winning the underdog. However, if you’re not as confident in the Red Wings straight-up, we’d still recommend placing a bet on them to cover the puck line.

For those looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.

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