Capitals vs. Flyers Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Thursday, Dec. 14

We have your Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Washington Capitals hit the road to face the Philadelphia Flyers.

The Philadelphia Flyers (15-10-3) are set to host the Washington Capitals (14-8-3) in a clash of Eastern Conference rivals. With both teams neck and neck in the standings, this game could be crucial for playoff positioning as the season progresses.

Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers Odds Info

Moneyline: Washington Capitals +120 (DraftKings) / Philadelphia Flyers -137 (FanDuel)

Puck Line: -1.5 – Washington Capitals -215 (FanDuel) / Philadelphia Flyers +185 (DraftKings)

Total: 5.5 – +100 (DraftKings) / -120 (DraftKings)

Game Info

Date: Thursday, Dec. 14

Time: 07:00 PM

Location: Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA

TV: ESPN+

Washington Capitals Betting Trends

• This season, the Washington Capitals have hit 9 overs and 16 unders.
• On the road this season, the Washington Capitals have hit 5 overs and 6 unders.
• As the underdog this season, the Washington Capitals have hit 5 overs and 11 unders.

Philadelphia Flyers Betting Trends

• This season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 11 overs and 17 unders.
• At home this season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 6 overs and 7 unders.
• As the favorite this season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 3 overs and 2 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the course of the last two seasons, the Philadelphia Flyers and the Washington Capitals have faced off four times, with each team securing two victories apiece. These matchups occurred between November 2022 and January 2023. The home and visiting teams have been evenly matched, with each claiming two wins on their respective turfs. When it comes to betting statistics, the Flyers have proven to be the more reliable pick against the spread, covering it in three out of the four games, while the Capitals have only managed to cover once. In terms of the over-under bets, the trend has leaned towards the under, with three of the four games not reaching the projected total points. The Flyers have shown a strong defensive effort, particularly in the most recent game, where they blocked a significant number of shots and effectively killed all power plays against them. The Capitals, on the other hand, have struggled with giveaways and have been less successful in converting power play opportunities.

The most recent encounter between the two teams took place on January 14, 2023, where the Philadelphia Flyers emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over the Washington Capitals. The Flyers managed to capitalize on their power play chances, with Scott Laughton scoring the opening goal and contributing to the team’s strong start. The Capitals’ only response came from their star player, Alex Ovechkin, who tied the game in the first period. However, the Flyers took control in the second period with goals from James van Riemsdyk and Wade Allison, securing their lead. The Flyers’ goaltender, Carter Hart, had an impressive performance, saving 39 out of 40 shots, which was instrumental in their win. The Flyers’ defense was also noteworthy, blocking a total of 25 shots throughout the game. Despite the Capitals having more shots on goal, they were unable to convert these opportunities into points on the scoreboard.

Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers Predictions

The Flyers and Capitals are gearing up for an exciting showdown at the Wells Fargo Center, with both teams aiming to solidify their standings in the Eastern Conference. The Flyers, coming off a narrow overtime loss, will look to bounce back and capitalize on their home-ice advantage. They’ve been strong against the spread in recent matchups and will rely on the offensive prowess of Travis Konecny and the defensive leadership of Travis Sanheim to steer them to victory.

Washington, on a two-game winning streak, is hoping to continue their success on the road. Led by the legendary Alex Ovechkin and the skilled playmaking of John Carlson, the Capitals have shown they can compete with the best. However, they’ll need to improve their power play conversions and reduce giveaways to come out on top. With both teams boasting similar win percentages, the game is expected to be tightly contested, and special teams could play a pivotal role in the outcome.

This matchup features a tantalizing player duel between the Flyers’ leading scorer Konecny and the Capitals’ top goal-scorer Dylan Strome. Defensively, both teams have shown resilience, but it will be the Flyers’ ability to block shots and kill penalties against the Capitals’ offensive pressure that could tip the scales. With the over-under line set at 5.5, and both teams having trends leaning towards the under in recent games, it will be interesting to see if the offensive talents can break through the defensive barriers set by their opponents.

Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers Pick

Given the historic head-to-head trends and the current season’s performance, the ‘Under’ seems to be the more compelling pick for this matchup. The Flyers and Capitals have both shown a tendency to stay under the total line in recent encounters, with three out of their last four games not reaching the projected total points. Additionally, this season, the Capitals have hit the under in a significant majority of their games, with a current record of 9 overs to 16 unders. The Flyers have a similar trend, with 11 overs to 17 unders. This suggests that both teams have been involved in games where scoring has been at a premium, which could very well continue in this upcoming game.

Moreover, the Flyers’ ability to block shots and effectively kill penalties, as demonstrated in their most recent game against the Capitals, indicates a strong defensive effort that could stifle the Capitals’ scoring opportunities. While the Capitals will be looking to improve their power play conversions, the Flyers’ defensive resilience and goaltending by Carter Hart, who has been impressive in net, are likely to keep the scoreline in check. Considering these factors, along with the pressure of a closely contested Eastern Conference rivalry, a tight, low-scoring affair is anticipated, making the ‘Under’ the prudent pick for this game.

The Pick: Under 5.5 +100 (DraftKings)

Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

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