Washington Capitals vs Boston Bruins Prediction NHL Picks 12/23/24

In this article, we will formulate a Washington Capitals vs Boston Bruins  Prediction for this NHL game on Monday, December 23rd, at the TD Garden. To formulate this prediction, we will look at: 

-The Capitals’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Bruins’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Washington

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Boston

-Recent betting trends in games played between Washington and Boston

-A summary that ties it all together produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Capitals and Bruins.

Can the Bruins Build on the Last Game?

The Bruins in the last game faced off against the Buffalo Sabres and they were able to secure the 3-1 victory. David Pastrnak had a strong game finishing with two assists. The Bruins overall this season is averaging 2.6 goals while their defense is giving up 2.58 goals per game. The offense is ranked 28th in the league while the defense is ranked 17th. The offense is going to need to get out to a fast start to really try to put the pressure on. If the defense can get out to a fast start, they have a great chance. 

Capitals on Tired Legs

The Capitals are going to be on tired legs after their win on Sunday. The Capitals faced off against the LA Kings on Sunday and they were able to secure the 3-1 victory. Aliaseki Protas had a huge game scoring two goals. The Capitals on the season are averaging 3.68 goals while their defense is giving up 2.58 goals per game. The offense is ranked 2nd in the league while the defense is ranked 4th. They are averaging 28.5 shots per game, which is 16h. Alex Ovechkin is still out with a lego injury but he’s expected to be back soon. The Capitals will meet the Maple Leafs after this game.

Why the Capitals Will Beat the Bruins

• The Capitals have won each of their last eight night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Bruins have lost four of their last five games as home favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Bruins have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last eight home games following a home win.
• The Capitals have covered the puck line in 10 of their last 11 games as underdogs.
• The Bruins have lost the third period in five of their last six night games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Washington Capitals vs Boston Bruins Prediction

The Capitals are on tired legs, but they are still going to find success. The Capitals are averaging 3.68 goals and they are going to have no issue running up the score again here. The Bruins are averaging 26 goals per game and their offense is going to really struggle to get going here. The Bruins aren’t going to get anything going here, and the Capitals are going to get the job done. Back the Capitals.