Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals Prediction & Picks - NHL
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by Taavi Pailk | in NHL Picks
The Columbus Blue Jackets face a do-or-die matchup with the Washington Capitals on Tuesday at Nationwide Arena.
These teams are battling for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, and Columbus must win the game to have a shot at qualifying. At the same time, even a victory might not be good enough if the Philadelphia Flyers defeat the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday.
The Blue Jackets have not performed well under pressure in recent weeks, making a home victory an unattractive option for bettors. They have a 2-7-1 record across the last 10 games. Washington has gone 7-3-0 in its past 10 outings and will have a lot more positive momentum entering Tuesday's clash.
The Capitals are also hoping for a Flyers loss on Monday night. If the result is favorable for Columbus and Washington, their head-to-head meeting could be a very cagey affair. The teams will want to avoid unnecessary risks and won't give up many scoring chances.
A scenario in which Philadelphia clinches a playoff spot on Monday could also favor the under on Tuesday night at Nationwide Arena. Missing the postseason will hurt both teams' morals, making it difficult for the players to stay motivated and perform at their best.
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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals Form
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Columbus Blue Jackets and Washington Capitals Latest Matches
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Columbus Blue Jackets against Washington Capitals : Head to Head (H2H)
17 %
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Players list
J. Greaves
E. Merzlikins
J. Christiansen
D. Mateychuk
E. Gudbranson
Z. Werenski
I. Provorov
D. Fabbro
K. Johnson
K. Marchenko
A. Fantilli
C. Sillinger
M. Marchment
I. Lundestrom
S. Monahan
C. Coyle
B. Jenner
D. Heinen
M. Wood
C. Garland
L. Thompson
C. Stevenson
M. Roy
M. Fehervary
C. Hutson
T. Van Riemsdyk
D. McIlrath
J. Chychrun
A. Ovechkin
A. Protas
C. McMichael
H. Lapierre
J. Sourdif
R. Leonard
I. Miroshnichenko
T. Wilson
B. Duhaime
A. Beauvillier
D. Strome
I. Protas
Most goals and assists
Columbus Blue Jackets
Washington Capitals
Z. Werenski
(59 Assists)
Columbus Blue Jackets - Washington Capitals Key Points
- All three meetings between Columbus and Washington this season have ended with under 6.0 goals.
- The Blue Jackets have averaged just 2.17 goals per game in April.
- The Capitals have recorded two shutouts in their last three games.
- Since the Olympic break, Washington has averaged the seventh-fewest shots on goal in the league (25.4).
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Our Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals Prediction
These teams are evenly matched, with only one point separating them. The last clash between the two saw just two goals scored, and it was a one-goal affair for a long time before Capitals forward Alexei Protas iced the game with an empty-netter.
Tuesday's clash could be similar. If Philadelphia loses on Monday, this game is likely to look like a playoff matchup, where defenses naturally tighten up. Meanwhile, it could also end up being a meaningful game, with the players mentally checked out after missing the playoffs.
Our prediction for Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Washington Capitals: Under 6.0 goals.
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