The Washington Capitals (3-1-0) travel to face off against the Philadelphia Flyers (1-3-1) on Tuesday, October 22nd. This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and televised on ESPN. The Capitals are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Flyers are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Canucks. Puck drop is set for 6:00 ET.
Capitals vs Flyers
The Washington Capitals Are Coming Off A Win
With a 6-5 overtime win against the Devils, the Capitals improved to 3-1-0 this season. Washington’s defense struggled, but they managed to overcome an early 1-0 deficit, with five different players contributing to the scoring.
The total was set at 6 goals, and the 11 combined goals easily surpassed that. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Tom Wilson scored the game-winner at 4:00 in overtime, his second goal of the game.
The Philadelphia Flyers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
After a 3-0 loss to the Canucks, the Flyers are now 1-3-1 this season. Philadelphia entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals, but the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.
Defensively, the Flyers struggled, allowing goals in the first and second periods. Offensively, they couldn’t find the net, managing 26 shots on goal. Philadelphia’s 18 giveaways didn’t help their cause, either.
Washington Offense Breakdown
Tom Wilson netted his fifth goal of the season in overtime and also scored earlier in the first period, bringing his total to four goals this year. Connor McMichael added his first goal of the season, while Andrew Mangiapane scored for the first time in a Capitals uniform. Dylan Strome, with his third goal of the season, also picked up his fourth assist on Wilson’s game-winner.
Washington fired 37 shots on goal and tallied 12 giveaways. After the Devils opened the scoring, Wilson got the Capitals on the board, followed by McMichael and Alex Ovechkin, who scored his first goal of the season. Trevor van Riemsdyk contributed two assists, his first of the year.
Flyers Offense Breakdown
The Flyers were shut out in their recent 3-0 loss to the Canucks, managing 26 shots on goal but failing to find the back of the net. They also recorded 18 giveaways, hindering their offensive flow.
Philadelphia was held scoreless through all three periods, with none of their players getting on the scoresheet. The Flyers’ power play couldn’t convert, and they didn’t score any shorthanded or empty-net goals either.
Washington Team Defense
Washington’s defense will look to bounce back after allowing five goals to New Jersey, including two in the 3rd period and one in OT. Goalie Logan Thompson made 26 saves with a save percentage of 83.9%. The Capitals’ defense finished with 8 takeaways and 40 hits.
Philadelphia Team Defense
On defense, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 16:09 in the first period and two more in the second, but they kept the Canucks off the board in the third. Goalie Samuel Ersson made 29 saves with a 90.6% save percentage, while the Flyers’ defense recorded 1 takeaway and 28 hits.
Capitals vs Flyers Trends
- Washington has a 1-2 record in their last three road games. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 4. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.
- Through their last ten home contests, the Flyers offense has averaged 1 goals per game while allowing an average of 3. Philadelphia posted an overall record of 4-6 while going 2-8 ATS.
- As the betting underdog, the Flyers have an puck line mark of just 5-5 in their last ten games. Philadelphia posted a straight up mark of 3-7 in these matchups.
- Over the team’s last five games as the favorite, the Capitals struggled vs the puck line going just 1-4. However, they still had a straight up mark of 3-2.
Capitals vs Flyers Prediction
When making a moneyline pick, my choice is the Flyers to come out with a win against the Capitals while playing at home. Considering the moneyline odds at -120, I’m placing my bet on the Flyers to win outright.
For my recommended choice in the puck line, I’m leaning towards the Capitals to cover. Even if the Flyers secure a straight-up win, this game is expected to be tightly contested, and the Capitals should cover the puck line.
If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.
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Last updated:October 22, 2024 Capitals, Flyers