Washington Capitals vs Edmonton Oilers: Capitals will score at least one point

Prediction for the NHL Washington Capitals vs Edmonton Oilers match, which will take place on February 3. Check the team conditions and choose several betting options.

Washington Capitals

As in all recent years, the match in Pittsburgh was very intense. The game between Ovechkin and Crosby ended in overtime. Dmitry Orlov scored two points for the Capitals (4:3). Ovechkin had an assist.

The victory over Pittsburgh was necessary for Washington psychologically and in terms of the standings. A revitalized New York Islanders are quickly approaching the playoff zone. So, if the Capitals continue to perform inconsistently, they may need to retain their place in the East's top-8 at the end of the season. So far, Peter Laviolette's team is in seventh place in the conference.

Edmonton Oilers

The Oilers have finally started to win. Dave Tippett's team comes into the game against Washington, winning four of the previous five meetings. The Oilers beat Calgary, Vancouver, Nashville and Montreal and lost only Ottawa in overtime.

Edmonton managed a small improvement in their position in the standings, but they are still outside the top 8 of the Western Conference. The Oilers are in 11th place, but they are only three points behind the eighth position.

Expert Betting Tips

Washington is far from great shape lately, although they have beaten Dallas and Pittsburgh in a row. However, Edmonton is also experiencing many problems, both in terms of play and mentally. In a head-to-head encounter, the more confident Capitals seem to have a better chance of success.

Prediction: Washington will be closer to victory.

Betting Options:

• 1X + Total Under 8.5 for 1.75
• Total Under 6.5 for 1.59
• Draw for 4.00