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Panthers vs Capitals Prediction, Odds & Picks for NHL on TNT (Nov. 8): Goals Don’t Come Easy in DC
Written by: Devon Platana
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Florida Panthers Odds
Spread
Total
Moneyline
-1.5
+177
6
+101o
-135
Washington Capitals Odds
Spread
Total
Moneyline
+1.5
-208
6
-116u
+120
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It’s a new day, which means even more 2023-24 NHL action is on the way. Wednesday’s schedule features three matchups, including an Eastern Conference meeting between the Florida Panthers and Washington Capitals at 7:30 p.m. ET on TNT.
The Panthers return to the road after picking up a 5-4 overtime win against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Amerant Bank Arena on Monday. Meanwhile, the Capitals improved to 4-1-0 in their last five games with a 2-1 victory over the Blue Jackets over the weekend.
These clubs are on opposite ends of the spectrum when it comes to futures odds. Bovada gives Florida +1000 odds (T-No. 6) to win the Eastern Conference this season while Washington sits at a distant +5000 (T-No. 13).
Let’s dive into this betting preview, where I’ll give my Panthers vs Capitals prediction on top of analyzing the latest NHL odds, trends, and best bets for tonight.
Panthers vs Capitals Tonight (Nov. 8)
Matchup Information
- Matchup: Florida Panthers (6-4-1, 2-3-1 Away) vs. Washington Capitals (5-4-1, 4-3-0 Home)
- Venue & Location: Capital One Arena (Washington, DC)
- Date: Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023
- Game Time: 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
- Panthers vs. Capitals TV Info: TNT
Panthers vs Capitals Odds
NHL game odds courtesy of Bovada as of Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 8:46 a.m. ET. Odds from other top online sportsbooks may also be mentioned in this article.
Spread
- Florida Panthers -1.5 (+175)
- Washington Capitals +1.5 (-210)
Over/Under
- Over 6.5 Goals (-115)
- Under 6.5 Goals (-105)
Moneyline
- Florida Panthers -140
- Washington Capitals +120
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Panthers vs Capitals Betting Trends
- Florida is 6-0 straight up in its last six games vs. Washington.
- Washington is 3-14 straight up in its last 17 games vs. the Eastern Conference.
- The total has hit the Under in four of Florida’s last six games.
- The total has hit the Under in six of Washington’s last seven games.
- The total has hit the Over in four of the last five Florida-Washington matchups.
Panthers vs Capitals Prediction & Pick (Nov. 8)
After an abysmal 1-3-1 start to the campaign, the Capitals have hit their stride. They’ve won four of the subsequent five contests, holding their opponents to two or fewer regulation goals three times during that span.
The lack of goals against can be attributed to the Capitals having three goalies who combined for a .927 save percentage in those games. Darcy Kuemper made the most starts in that time (3) and is most likely starting tonight. He’s been great in his last three games, playing to a .935 SV% and a 1.97 goals-against average.
On the flip side, time will tell which version of Sergei Bobrovsky shows up tonight. The Panthers goaltender has played to mixed results lately. While he’s a solid 3-1-1 in his last five starts, he finished three of those games with a sub-.900 SV%.
The good news for Bobrovsky is that Washington’s offense hasn’t been that scary this season. The Capitals averaged the second-fewest goals (1.90) and have been held to just two or fewer regulation goals eight times in 10 games thus far.
The biggest offensive disappointment for the Capitals this season has been, surprisingly, Alexander Ovechkin. The prolific goal-scorer has only found the net twice this season. He currently sits at +115 odds to score an anytime goal tonight, making it interesting to see if he can cash in on those odds.
Much to his dismay, the Panthers have done well at keeping Ovechkin off the scoresheet. He’s scored just once in his last eight encounters with Florida and has been held goalless in each of the last four meetings.
Speaking of trends, the Panthers have also won six straight games against the Capitals, having not lost to them since Game 3 of their first-round playoff series in 2022. Nevertheless, Florida has nearly doubled Washington’s offensive output during its winning streak, outscoring the latter 27-15 on aggregate.
All streaks must come to an end, though, which is why I’m taking the Capitals to win tonight. Washington has been playing well lately and can beat any team as long as the goaltending is on point. Florida just hasn’t been consistent between the pipes — especially as long as Bobrovsky’s Jekyll-and-Hyde act continues.
However, I’m taking the Under on the 6.5-goal total as the best bet. These are two of the lowest-scoring teams, averaging a combined 4.72 goals per game. With the Under also being a combined 14-7 between Florida and Washington, a low-scoring affair is likely in the cards.
Panthers vs Capitals Prediction: WSH wins
Best Bet: u6.5 Total Goals (-105 on Bovada)
Panthers vs Capitals Best Player Prop
It’s a no-brainer to take the Over on Evgeny Kuznetsov’s 2.5-shot total as the best Panthers vs. Capitals player prop.
Kuznetsov might only have one goal this season, but he’s still generating offense, averaging 2.7 shots on goal per game. He’s also finished with the Over on this prop four times in his last six outings, which includes three performances for 4-plus SOG.
With no Capitals forward averaging more minutes than the dynamic Russian, Kuznetsov should easily hit the Over again tonight.
Bet: Evgeny Kuznetsov o2.5 Shots on Goal (-105 on Bovada)
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Devon is a Master of Journalism graduate who joined the sports betting world in 2020. His favorite leagues to cover are the NHL, NBA and NFL, and has a soft spot for fantasy football specifically. Outside of sports, he enjoys the finer things in life like pasta, live music and getting even more tattoos.
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