Washington Capitals vs Buffalo Sabres Prediction NHL Picks 4/11/24

Buffalo Sabres (37-37-5) vs Washington Capitals (37-30-11)

Game Info: Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm (KeyBank Center)

Betting Odds: Buffalo Sabres -135 / Washington Capitals +110 --- Over/Under: 6 Click Here for the Latest Odds

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In this article, we will formulate a Capitals vs Sabres prediction for this NHL showdown on Thursday, April 11th at the KeyBank Center. We will take a look at:

-The Washington Capitals recent form and recent player performance

-The Buffalo Sabres recent form and recent player performance

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Capitals and Sabres.

Capitals Coming off a Win

The Capitals faced off against the Detroit Red Wings in the last game and the defense was good giving up only one goal on the way to the victory. Charlie Lindgren started in goal, and he was lights out, saving 42 of the 43 shots. The Capitals are averaging 2.64 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.14 goals per game. The offense is ranked 29th while the defense is ranked 18th. Dylan Storme has scored 27 goals and added 38 assists so far this season.

Sabres look to Bounce Back

The Sabres faced off against the Dallas Stars in the last game, and it wasn’t a good game. The offense only managed two goals, and they ended up losing by one. Rasmus Dahlin had a strong game, scoring one goal, but the rest of the offense just wasn’t good enough. The Sabres are averaging 2.96 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.98 goals per game. The offense is ranked 22nd, while the defense is ranked 13th. Alex Tuch has scored 21 goals and added 37 assists so far this season.

Buffalo Sabres Player Prop Facts

Tage Thompson has scored a goal in four of the Sabres' last five games as favorites.
Alex Tuch has recorded at least one point in each of the Sabres' last six games as favorites.
Zach Benson has recorded at least one assist in each of the Sabres' last five games as favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents.
Rasmus Dahlin ranks 1st in the Atlantic Division for average time on ice (25:32) this season.

Washington Capitals Player Prop Facts

T.J. Oshie has recorded an assist in each of his last four appearances at KeyBank Center.
Dylan Strome has scored a goal in four of his five previous appearances at KeyBank Center.
Alex Ovechkin has recorded a point in each of the Capitals' last six games at KeyBank Center.
John Carlson ranks 1st in the Eastern Conference for average time on ice (25:48) this season.

Matchup/League Facts

The Buffalo Sabres rank 28th in the league in power play percentage this season (16.51%).
The Buffalo Sabres rank 32nd in the league for Period 1 goals allowed per game this season (1.20).
The Washington Capitals rank 29th in the league for goals per game this season (2.64).
The Washington Capitals rank 31st in the league for shots per game this season (26.5).

Capitals vs Sabres Betting Prediction

The Capitals and Sabres are both going to really struggle to score in this game. The Capitals are averaging 2.64 goals while the Sabres are averaging 2.96 goals per game. Neither of these offenses are very good, and that is going to be the difference here. Neither team is going to reach three goals, and that is going to be the difference here. Back the under to cash here with ease.