"The Capitals are ranked 11th in the league with 191 goals this season, an average of 3.2 per contest. The Capitals rank 13th in total goals against, giving up 2.9 goals per game (173 total) in league action. With a +18 goal differential, they're ranked ninth-best in the league."
"Washington's games this season have gone over this matchup's total of 5.5 goals 35 times. Vegas' games this season have had over 5.5 goals 36 of 58 times. The two teams average 6.6 goals per game combined, 1.1 more than this game's total."
"Over the last 10 games, the Capitals have gone 6-3-1 (75.0% of possible points). They have totaled 32 goals over that span. The Capitals have won 57.1% of their games this season when they've been a moneyline favorite (24-18)."
The Washington Capitals host the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday, February 27 at Capital One Arena. Washington enters as slight favorites at -114 moneyline odds, while Vegas sits at -106 as the underdog. The Capitals rank 11th in goals scored (3.2 per game) and 13th in goals allowed (2.9 per game), maintaining a +18 goal differential. Vegas has played 58 games with 36 exceeding 5.5 goals. Washington's recent form shows 6-3-1 over their last 10 games. Both teams combine for 6.6 goals per game, suggesting the over at 5.5 goals is likely. The Capitals have won 57.1% of games when favored this season.
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