The Washington Capitals (31-27-6) wrap up a 4-game road trip Monday against the Los Angeles Kings (36-20-8). Puck drop at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Capitals vs. Kings odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.
The Capitals destroyed the San Jose Sharks 8-3 Saturday, cashing the Over (6.5) by themselves. Washington’s offense has been rejuvenated lately, going for 21 goals over the past 4 outings after managing just 12 goals in a 7-game stretch from Feb. 11-23.
The Kings enter on a 3-game win streak, although 2 of the outings are 1-goal games. Four of the past 5 victories for Los Angeles have been by just a single goal — with two actually coming in the shootout.
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