The Washington Capitals (5-2-0) and Columbus Blue Jackets (3-3-0) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. EDT at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Capitals are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 6.5 (+106o / -127u). The Capitals are a -115 favorite to win outright, while the Blue Jackets are -105 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Capitals vs. Blue Jackets predictions and NHL picks.
Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Odds, Pick
| Capitals Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +210 | 6.5 +106o / -127u | -115 |
| Blue Jackets Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -255 | 6.5 +106o / -127u | -105 |
Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Spread: Capitals -1.5 (+210), Blue Jackets +1.5 (-255)
Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Over/Under: 6.5 (+106o / -127u)
Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Moneyline: Capitals -115, Blue Jackets -105
Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Preview
The "Well Rested Visiting Faves" system in NHL moneyline betting focuses on the advantage of strong road favorites who enter a matchup against weaker, non-playoff caliber opponents with several days of rest.
The angle highlights that rest allows these favorites to reset physically and prepare strategically, while still maintaining the higher-quality edge that comes with being favored. Facing an opponent that failed to reach the postseason the previous year adds another layer, as these teams often lack consistency and resilience over the long season.
Playing on the road removes distractions and sharpens focus, and when a superior team has three to four days off, they are less likely to suffer from travel fatigue. This combination of rest, opponent weakness, and the role of the favorite has proven to deliver profitable long-term results.
Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Prediction
Overall, the system stands at 785-460 (63%) with a 7% ROI across all-time results, and it's off to a 7-4 (64%) start this season with a 4% ROI.
Best Bet: Capitals Moneyline
