by Rod Pearson
Monday, Apr 15, 2024
Game Time: 7:00 pm ET, Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Venue: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA
Where to Watch: ESPN+
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Moneyline: Capitals +114, Flyers -135; Over/Under: 5.5 goals
Bet365: Moneyline: Capitals +114, Flyers -135; Over/Under: 5.5 goals
BetMGM: Moneyline: Capitals +114, Flyers -135; Over/Under: 5.5 goals
Season Record
Washington Capitals: 38-31-11 (4th place, Metropolitan Division)
Philadelphia Flyers: 38-32-11 (5th place, Metropolitan Division)
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Recent Form
Washington Capitals: 3-5-2 last 10
Philadelphia Flyers: 2-6-2 last 10
Washington Capitals vs Philadelphia Flyers Preview and Analysis
The Capitals are entering this game with 87 points, a 38-31-11 record overall, and they are 17-19-4 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a win against the Tampa Bay Lightning in their last game, winning that one at home 4-2, but this is also the 2nd game of a back-to-back for them with their game against the Boston Bruins still to be played on Monday night. In their game against the Lightning, Sonny Milano led the team in goals scored with 2 while John Carlson and Nic Dowd each scored 1 goal for them in that game. Hendrix Lapierre, Beck Malenstyn, Max Pacioretty, Dylan Strome, Tom Wilson, and Trevor van Riemsdyk each led the team in assists with 1 while John Carlson led the team in shots on net in that game with 5. Charlie Lindgren was the starting goalie in that game and he allowed 2 goals on 34 shots with 32 saves and a .941 save percentage. Their offense has scored 216 goals this season averaging 2.7 goals per game and their defense has allowed their opponents to score 256 goals against them allowing 3.2 goals per game.
The Flyers are entering this game with 87 points, a 38-32-11 record overall, and they are 20-16-4 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a win against the New Jersey Devils in their last game, winning that one at home 1-0. Travis Konecny scored 1 goal for them in that game. Scott Laughton and Nick Seeler each led the team in assists with 1 while Tyson Foerster led the team in shots on net in that game with 4. Samuel Ersson was the starting goalie in that game and he recorded the shutout as he allowed 0 goals on 20 shots with 20 saves and a 1.000 sv percentage. Their offense has scored 234 goals this season averaging 2.9 goals per game and their defense has allowed their opponents to score 259 goals against them allowing 3.2 goals per game.
Capitals vs Flyers Prediction
The current betting odds have the Flyers listed as a favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Flyers have looked good in their games this season with their 38-32-11 record overall, but that record only has them in 5th place of their division in the East and fighting for the last Wild Card spot for the playoffs. They haven't looked great on home ice this year with their 20-16-4 home record, but it is where they have played their best hockey. Meanwhile, the Capitals have looked good in their games this season with their 38-31-11 record overall which has them in 4th place of their division in the East and fighting for a playoff spot. The Capitals are tied with the Flyers in points and both are fighting for the last Wild Card spot, but the Capitals also have a chance to finish in 3rd place in their division and get into the playoffs that way. They have an extra game in hand of the Flyers too, but that actually has them in a tougher situation here. The Capitals have 2 games left but they are playing this game on a back-to-back with a much tougher game against the Bruins the night before so they will be playing this last game of the regular season on no rest and they need to win both games. The Flyers are going to have the home ice advantage here and they only have 1 game left which they need to win so they are going to have all of their focus on this game. The best way to place a bet here is on the Flyers to win this game.
Capitals Flyers Prediction: Our NHL Pick for Tuesday, April 16, 2024 (7:00 pm ET start time) is Flyers 3 Capitals 2.
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NHL Betting Trends
Washington Capitals: 22-30 (-10.2 units) on the moneyline after a 2 game unbeaten streak. 31-41 (-15.6 units) on the moneyline after a win by 2 goals or more. 15-22 (-6.1 units) on the moneyline when playing on back-to-back days. 23-17 UNDER after 1 or more consecutive unders. 11-6 UNDER after playing 2 consecutive home games.
Philadelphia Flyers: 17-11 (+8.4 units) on the moneyline revenging a same season loss vs opponent. 11-6 (+7.7 units) on the moneyline after a 2 game unbeaten streak. 9-6 (+5.9 units) on the moneyline after playing a game where 4 or fewer total goals were scored. 10-5 UNDER after allowing 1 goal or less in their previous game. 23-12 UNDER after a low scoring home game where both teams scored 1 goal or less.
Key Injuries
Washington Capitals: N. Jensen (D) Out indefinitely - Upper Body. R. Sandin (D) Ques Mon - Upper Body. E. Bear (D) Out indefinitely - Personal. N. Backstrom (C) out for season - Hip.
Philadelphia Flyers: R. Ristolainen (D) Late April - Upper Body. C. Hart (G) Out indefinitely - Personal. R. Ellis (D) out for season - Back.
Notable Quotes
“Everything matters right now, every single moment. We’ve got two games here left and obviously just lay it all out there.” - Charlie Lindgren after their win against the Lightning in their game on Saturday.
“We’re not going to look at the scoreboard. Maybe some people do. I’m not.” - John Tortorella after his team’s win against the Devils in their game on Saturday.
Starting Lineups
Washington Capitals
LW Ovechkin, Alex
C McMichael, Connor
RW Oshie, T.J.
LD Fehérváry, Martin
RD Carlson, John
G Lindgren, Charlie
Philadelphia Flyers
LW Foerster, Tyson
C Poehling, Ryan
RW Konecny, Travis
LD York, Cam
RD Sanheim, Travis
G Ersson, Samuel
Statistical Leaders
Washington Capitals
Points: D. Strome (66)
Goals: A. Ovechkin (30)
Assists: J. Carlson (42)
GAA: C. Lindgren (2.77)
Philadelphia Flyers
Points: T. Konecny (68)
Goals: T. Konecny (33)
Assists: T. Konecny (35)
GAA: C. Hart (2.80)
Coaches:
Washington Capitals: Spencer Carbery (1st season)
Philadelphia Flyers: John Tortorella (2nd season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
