| MATCHUP | Washington Capitals | New Jersey Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 10-6 | 13-6 |
| Spread | +1.5 -205 | -1.5 170 |
| Moneyline | +124 | -148 |
| Total | Over 6.5 (110) | Under 6.5 (-130) |
| Where | Prudential Center, Newark, NJ | |
| When | Thursday, November 12, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Capitals vs Devils Prediction
The Devils deserve to be favored at home as they’ve played great hockey this season and have been at their best at home, where they’ve won 8 of their 10 games. However, those who have followed me all season know how I feel about the Capitals. I liked what the Caps did this season and considered them a team that should be one of the most improved.
I’m going to be on the Capitals a lot this season, especially when getting the more favorable price like what we’re getting here. The defense could still improve, but the Capitals are top-10 in goals per game and can simply outscore their way to win even if it’s not always pretty. We saw the Capitals beat the Devils a month ago, and they’ve won 3 of the last 4 games against them overall. Give me the Capitals and the plus money on Thursday night.
Washington Capitals Betting Preview
The Washington Capitals beat the Panthers and Senators, and they play the Devils next. The Capitals have won 7 of their last 10 games. The Capitals are 3-2-0 SU on the road, 7-4-0 SU at home, and 8-8 ATS on the season.
The Washington Capitals average 3.5 goals per game and are scoring on 18.2 percent of their power-play opportunities. Alex Tuch leads the Capitals with 11 goals, 2 assists, and 42 shots. Boone Jenner has 6 goals, 1 assist, and 35 shots. Jordan Kyrou has 5 goals, 9 assists, and 24 shots. Defensively, the Washington Capitals are allowing 3.31 goals per game and are killing 77.8 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Logan Thompson has given up 35 goals on 320 shots faced. Charlie Lindgren has allowed 14 goals on 118 shots.
New Jersey Devils Betting Preview
The New Jersey Devils beat the Maple Leafs, lost to the Jets, and they play the Capitals next. The Devils have won 9 of their last 11 games. The Devils are 5-4-0 SU on the road, 8-2-0 SU at home, and 6-13 ATS on the season.
The New Jersey Devils average 3.53 goals per game and are scoring on 18 percent of their power-play opportunities. Jack Hughes leads the Devils with 9 goals, 17 assists, and 76 shots. Arseny Gritsyuk has 8 goals, 6 assists, and 45 shots. Nico Hischier has 8 goals, 5 assists, and 43 shots. Defensively, the New Jersey Devils are allowing 2.89 goals per game and are killing 65.9 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Nico Daws has allowed 11 goals on 86 shots faced. Jake Allen has given up 32 goals on 266 shots. Connor Hellebuyck has allowed 10 goals on 115 shots.
Capitals vs Devils Injury Report
The Devils will be without Anthony Mantha with a throat injury. Seamus Casey is out with a knee injury. Johnathan Kovacevic is out with a knee injury.
The Capitals will be without Vincent Desharnais and Patrick Thomas. Rasmus Sandin is out with a knee injury.
Why the New Jersey Devils will win
- The Devils have won each of their last six games at Prudential Center.
- The Capitals have failed to cover the puck line in eight of their last nine night games.
- The Devils have won the third period in seven of their last eight games against the Capitals at Prudential Center.
Why the Washington Capitals will win
- The Capitals have won 11 of their last 13 games as underdogs after coming off overtime.
- The Devils have lost seven of their last 13 games as favorites against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Capitals have covered the puck line in each of their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents after coming off overtime.
- The Devils have failed to cover the puck line in 15 of their last 18 games as home favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Devils have lost the third period in each of their last four games against Metropolitan Division opponents at Prudential Center when trailing after the second period.
Total Goals Facts
- Each of the last four games between the Capitals and Devils at Prudential Center have gone OVER the total goals line.
- Each of the Capitals’ last four night games against the Devils following a road win have gone OVER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Capitals’ last 10 games at Prudential Center.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Devils’ last nine games as home favorites against the Capitals.
New Jersey Devils Player Prop Facts
- Jesper Bratt has scored at least one goal in each of the Devils’ last three home games against the Capitals.
- Jack Hughes has recorded at least one assist in 11 of the Devils’ last 12 games as favorites.
- Jack Hughes has recorded 2+ shots in each of his last 40 appearances- the longest streak by any Predators player since Filip Forsberg in 2024/25.
Washington Capitals Player Prop Facts
- Alex Tuch has scored at least one goal in three of the Capitals’ last four games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- Rasmus Sandin has recorded an assist in each of the Capitals’ last four games as underdogs against the Devils.
- Alex Tuch has recorded two hits against the Devils this season- the most against any opponent.
Matchup/League Facts
- The New Jersey Devils rank 7th in the league for goals per game this season (3.53).
- The New Jersey Devils rank 26th in the league in power play percentage this season (18.03%).
- The Washington Capitals rank T1st in the league in shorthanded goals allowed this season (0).
- The Washington Capitals have recorded the most wins when trailing after Period 1 this season (3).