Washington Capitals vs Ottawa Senators Prediction: The Capitals have a huge motivation

Prediction for the NHL Washington Capitals vs Ottawa Senators match which will take place on February 27th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Washington is not shining this season but is still trying to break into the playoffs. The Capitals are in fifth place in the Metropolitan Division and tenth in the East with 61 points. They still have a chance to make the playoffs but must get their act together. They have scored in six of their last seven games and lost to Florida 3:2 in overtime after winning three straight games.

Ottawa's results have been dismal this season, so their chances of making the playoffs at the end of the regular season are incredibly small. It would be a miracle, as the Senators are seventh in the Atlantic Division and only 14th in the Eastern Conference with 53 points. Ottawa has scored points in four consecutive games, beating Dallas (4:1) and Vegas (4:3) the day before.

Washington should be favored. The Capitals have been playing much better lately, scoring points in six of their last seven games. They had a three-game winning streak the day before, only interrupted by a strong Florida team. The Capitals have a huge motivation in the form of the playoffs, while the Senators are almost out of the picture. Alexander Ovechkin's crew can please their fans and get at least one point here.