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Oilers vs Capitals Betting Preview<\/h2>\n

Two teams heading different trajectories here on Wednesday night’s TNT showcase as the Washington Capitals enter Rogers Place off three-straight wins while the hometown Edmonton Oilers come in off three-straight losses. Edmonton won the first meeting between these entertaining squads 5-3 in Washington.<\/p>\n

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Wednesday, March 9<\/th>\nNHL Betting Notes, Courtesy of Caesars<\/a><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Moneyline:<\/td>\nEdmonton Oilers -130 vs Washington Capitals +110<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Puckline:<\/td>\nOilers -1.5 (+190) \/ Capitals +1.5 (-220)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total:<\/td>\n6.5 Goals (Over EV \/ Under -120)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Game Time:<\/td>\n8:05pm ET \/ 5:05pm PT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Arena:<\/td>\nRogers Place in Edmonton<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
TV:<\/td>\nTNT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Oilers vs Capitals Analysis<\/h2>\n

After averaging just 1.67 goals per game across their previous three starts before their recent win streak, this Washington offense has finally came to life scoring an average of 4.67 goals per game across their last three starts.<\/p>\n

That matches up well with Washington\u2019s season averages this year as the Capitals rank top-ten in the league on total goals per game this year and top ten on total number of scoring chances created as well.<\/p>\n

Edmonton Look For a Turn in Form<\/h3>\n

After winning seven of their previous ten games since mid-February, the Oilers have hit something of a slick patch over the last week, dropping three straight games for the first time in over six weeks.<\/p>\n

A lot of that issue has come on the defensive end for the Oilers as they\u2019ve given up an average of 4 goals per game across their last three starts.<\/p>\n

That isn\u2019t that much of a surprise however as this Oilers team have allowed the 10th-most goals per game this season at 3.21 gpg on average.<\/p>\n

Oilers vs Capitals Prediction<\/h2>\n

Ilya Samsanov and Mike Smith are both expected in nets tonight for either team and that spells goals for us in this one.<\/p>\n

Both Samsanov and Smith rank 54th and 59th respectively this year on overall GSAA average with both men posting a disappointing sub .400 quality start percentage this season also.<\/p>\n

With both teams ranking top-12 in the league on offensive goals per game this year, Washington 9th on total scoring chances created and Edmonton 5th on high danger conversion rate this season also, it\u2019s very difficult to imagine this one staying under the total here on Wednesday night.<\/p>\n

Take the over 6.5 goals<\/strong> on Wednesday between the Washington Capitals and Edmonton Oilers up in Alberta.<\/p>\n

\"Caesars<\/a><\/p>\n

Interested in placing a bet on Wednesday night’s Oilers vs Capitals showdown? Caesars Sports is offering up to a $1,500 match bet<\/a> for first-time deposits in New Jersey, West Virginia, Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Virginia, Tennessee, Arizona, New York and Louisiana.<\/em><\/p>\n

Puck Time | NHL Predictions March 9<\/h3>\n

Join Andrew McInnis, Carmine Bianco and The Prez for Wednesday’s edition of Puck Time as our panel of professional hockey handicappers break down tonight’s NHL betting card. All eyes up north on Wednesday’s NHL schedule as Edmonton hosts Washington and Montreal travels to Vancouver. Join Andrew, Carmine and Prez for Puck Time as we break down tonight’s NHL betting slate.
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