How to Pick the Capitals vs. Flyers Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 23

Published 8:47 pm Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Whether you’re looking to make a single bet or have your eyes set on putting together a parlay, Wednesday’s game at 7:30 PM ET between the Washington Capitals and the Philadelphia Flyers features a variety of betting options. Before the puck drops, check out our best bets for this contest.

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Capitals vs. Flyers Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 7.2 goals)

  • Washington’s games last season went over this matchup’s total of 6 goals 44 times.
  • Philadelphia combined with its opponent to score more than 6 goals in 43 of 82 games last season.
  • The teams averaged 5.4 goals per game combined, 0.6 fewer than this one’s total.
  • These teams allowed 6.2 goals per game combined, 0.2 more than this one’s over/under.
  • The Capitals were 28th in goals scored in the league, and the Flyers were 27th.
  • The Capitals were 16th in the league in goals conceded, and the Flyers were 18th.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -141

  • The Capitals won 70.0% of their games last season when they were a moneyline favorite (14-6).
  • Washington had a 6-3 record (winning 66.7% of its games) when it has played as a moneyline favorite of -141 or shorter.
  • The Capitals have a 58.5% chance to win this game based on the moneyline’s implied probability.

Flyers Moneyline: +120

  • The Flyers claimed an upset victory in 24, or 43.6%, of the 55 games they played as an underdog last season.
  • Philadelphia went 14-17 last season when sportsbooks made them underdogs of +120 or longer on the moneyline.
  • The Flyers have a 45.5% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 6, Philadelphia 1

Capitals Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • Dylan Strome, a productive offensive player a season ago for Washington, tallied 67 points on the season.
  • Alexander Ovechkin was another of Washington’s top contributors last season, totaling 65 total points (31 goals and 34 assists).
  • Washington’s offensive effort last season was aided by John Carlson’s 65 points, including 42 assists.
  • As Washington’s top keeper last season, Charlie Lindgren recorded 25 wins and 16 losses while allowing 127 goals against 1304 saves.

Flyers Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • Travis Konecny had 33 goals (0.4 per game) and 35 assists (0.4 per game) last season, taking three shots per game and shooting 13.5%. That made him among the leaders for Philadelphia with 68 total points (0.8 per game).
  • Owen Tippett’s 53 points last season, including 28 goals and 25 assists, made him one of the top offensive threats for Philadelphia.
  • Joel Farabee had 22 goals and 28 assists for Washington.
  • Samuel Ersson had a record of 23-19-7 in 51 games last season, conceding 132 goals (2.8 goals against average) with an .890 save percentage, 53rd in the league.

Capitals’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/17/2024 Stars W 3-2 Home +130
10/19/2024 Devils W 6-5 Away +150
10/22/2024 Flyers Away
10/23/2024 Flyers Home -141
10/26/2024 Lightning Away
10/29/2024 Rangers Home
10/31/2024 Canadiens Home

Flyers’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/17/2024 Kraken L 6-4 Away +119
10/19/2024 Canucks L 3-0 Home +122
10/22/2024 Capitals Home
10/23/2024 Capitals Away +120
10/26/2024 Wild Home
10/27/2024 Canadiens Home
10/29/2024 Bruins Away

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Washington vs. Philadelphia Game Info

  • Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: TNT
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Max (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Location: Washington D.C.
  • Venue: Capital One Arena

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