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by Erik Gibbs | in NHL Picks
The Washington Capitals face the New Jersey Devils on Saturday, and Washington enter this matchup with inconsistent form and difficulty generating sustained winning streaks. Their season so far has been marked by alternating successes and setbacks — a strong defensive showing in one game followed by offensive struggles in the next. Their goal production has been middle-tier, and scoring droughts have been a recurring issue.
Defensively, the Capitals have held up reasonably well at times, but lapses in structure have led to several multi-goal concessions that hurt their chances in tight games. Their position near the bottom of the division reflects this unevenness, and climbing the standings will require a more cohesive stretch of results than they have managed to produce recently.
New Jersey, by contrast, have opened the season with a level of form and consistency that has established them as one of the strongest teams in the division. They have combined high-tempo offense with resilience, winning several games in which they have had to battle back from deficits. Their goal output is among the league's best, fueled by multiple lines capable of scoring. Even in games where defensive sharpness wavered, their scoring depth has often been enough to carry them. Their record places them firmly at the top of the division, creating a significant points gap over Washington.
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New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals Form
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New Jersey Devils and Washington Capitals Latest Matches
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New Jersey Devils against Washington Capitals : Head to Head (H2H)
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New Jersey Devils - Washington Capitals Key Points
- The Capitals are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 games
- The Devils are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games
- The Over is 3-2 in the Capitals' last 5 games
- The Over is 2-3 in the Devils' last 5 games
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Our New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals Prediction
Washington's leading scorer this season has been their physical winger, who has posted a strong goal total and leads the team in points. His combination of power and finishing ability makes him central to Washington's attack. Their longtime star forward continues to contribute and recently hit a major career milestone, though his scoring pace this season has been more modest than in past years. Their goaltender has been consistent and has kept them competitive in many games, posting a strong goals-against average and frequently limiting opponents to low totals despite limited offensive support.
New Jersey's standout players have been driving their success from the start. Their young star center has delivered elite offensive production with double-digit goals and assists, establishing himself as one of the league's most dynamic players. His linemates, including a winger known for speed and creativity, have contributed heavily with strong assist totals and timely scoring.
The Devils have also received depth contributions from younger players who have stepped into larger roles and from defensemen who push the pace and join the attack. While their goaltending has been adequate rather than dominant, their offensive strength has compensated and allowed them to control games.
Given the substantial difference in form, depth, and offensive reliability, New Jersey hold a clear advantage. Washington will need exceptional goaltending and a standout effort from their top forwards to keep pace, but New Jersey's speed, scoring depth, and current confidence make them the more likely winner. Our prediction for Washington Capitals vs New Jersey Devils: The Capitals to win.
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