"In 25 of 59 contests this season, Washington and its opponent have combined to finish above 6.5 goals. Philadelphia has played 27 games this season where more than 6.5 total goals have been scored. These two teams average a combined 6.1 goals per contest, 0.4 less than over/under for this game."
"The Capitals are 23-18 when listed as a moneyline favorite this season. In games it has played with moneyline odds of -156 or shorter, Washington is 5-8 (winning 38.5% of the time). The Flyers have been the underdog 37 times this season, and upset their opponent in 12, or 32.4%, of those games."
The Capitals play the Flyers on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., broadcast on ESPN+. The recommended over/under bet is Under 6.5 goals, with computer projections at 5.9 total goals. Washington and Philadelphia average 6.1 combined goals per contest, 0.4 below the over/under line. The best moneyline prediction favors Washington 4-2, with Capitals at -156 odds and Flyers at +130. Washington is 23-18 as a moneyline favorite this season but only 5-8 at -156 odds or shorter. Philadelphia has upset opponents in 32.4% of underdog situations but is 5-12 at +130 or longer odds.
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