Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Washington Capitals vs New Jersey Devils. Be sure to check out more NHL predictions in the coming days.
NHL Predictions
Washington Capitals vs New Jersey Devils
Head-to-Head: Capitals 0-0 Devils
TV: TNT; Max
Our only game of tonight’s NHL predictions has the Capitals looking to get right against the Devils. Washington looked dreadful in a 4-1 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hunter Shepard is the confirmed starter for the Capitals and this will be his NHL debut. It’s often tough to read how an opposing club will react to a new goalie. Could he have an advantage since this will be his first NHL start? Alex Ovechkin finally got on the scoresheet with the lone goal for Washington. However, he’s going to need a lot more help if the Capitals want to start gaining forward momentum.
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Akira Schmid is the projected starter for the Devils, but always check social media when locking in a fantasy goalie. Tyler Toffoli netted a hat trick for New Jersey in a victory over the Montreal Canadiens last night. Jack Hughes also dished out four assists for New Jersey. The Devils have scored five goals in their last two games. This team is showing that it can hang with the best in the Eastern Conference.
Both teams are coming off back-to-back games the night before. However, the Capitals had the doors blown off them. Washington should put up a better effort, but it’s been giving up a lot of high-danger chances. That and a new face in goal could spell a problem for them.
Prediction: Devils win 5-2.
Main photo by: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
