Washington Capitals vs. Pittsburgh Penguins Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/2/2024]

The Pittsburgh Penguins will take on the Washington Capitals in NHL action at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, beginning at 7:30PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Tuesday's Capitals vs. Penguins matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Capitals vs. Penguins Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used trusted machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Capitals and Penguins 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Penguins a 61% chance of defeating the Capitals.

According to our model, the Capitals (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 5.5 goals has a 55% chance of going over.

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Capitals vs. Penguins Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Capitals	Penguins
Puck Line	+1.5 (-164)	-1.5 (+145)
Moneyline	+154	-184
Total	o5.5 (-132)	u5.5 (+108)

• The Penguins are listed as -1.5 favorites against the Capitals, with +145 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Capitals (+1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -164.
• FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Penguins at -184, which means you can risk $184 to win $100 for a total payout of $284 if they get the W.
• On the other hand, DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Capitals at +154, where you can bet $100 to profit $154, earning a total payout of $254 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 5.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -132, as well as the best odds for the Under at +108.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Capitals vs. Penguins Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Capitals +1.5	-164
Moneyline	Capitals	+154
Total	Over 5.5	-132

While the Penguins are more likely to win the game, taking the Capitals moneyline is the best option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.

Our NHL best bets are based on world-class simulations and gambling expertise to bring you the best possible plays every time.

Remember, our model updates often, so check this article for the latest betting analysis ahead of the Capitals vs. Penguins on Tuesday January 2, 2024.

Capitals vs. Penguins Game Information

Tuesday's action between the Penguins and Capitals at PPG Paints Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Washington Capitals vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
• Date: Tuesday January 2, 2024
• Time: 7:30PM ET / 4:30PM PT
• Venue: PPG Paints Arena

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Conclusion

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