Find today’s Capitals vs. Canadiens prediction, odds for NHL playoff game 2 tonight here. The Washington Capitals look to build on their 1-0 series lead as they host the Montreal Canadiens in Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round at Capital One Arena on Wednesday, April 23. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. ET, with national coverage on ESPN.
Washington enters as a strong home favorite at -192, while Montreal is a +160 underdog. The over/under is set at 5.5 goals.
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📊 Where To Watch Capitals vs. Canadiens? (April 23, 2025)
- Matchup: Montreal Canadiens @ Washington Capitals (Game 2)
- Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
- Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
- TV: ESPN
- Streaming: FuboTV
🔢 Betting Odds
| Market | Line |
| Moneyline | Capitals -192 / Canadiens +160 |
| Puck Line | Capitals -1.5 |
| Total | Over/Under 5.5 |
📈 Betting Trends
- Combined Goals:
- Washington games have gone over 5.5 goals in 46 of 83 matchups.
- Montreal games have hit the over in 48 of 82 games.
- Combined average scoring: 6.4 goals/game, which is 0.9 goals over the total line.
- Defense:
- These teams allow a combined 6.0 goals/game, suggesting value on the Over.
- Moneyline Trends:
- Washington is 31-16 as a moneyline favorite this season.
- Montreal has been a moneyline underdog in 68 games, winning 30 (44.1%).
🔍 Team Stats & Insights
🟥 Washington Capitals
- Goals For: 3.5/game (2nd in NHL)
- Goals Against: 2.8/game (8th fewest)
- Goal Differential: +57 (4th)
- Shooting %: 12.6% (1st in NHL)
- Last 10 Games: 5-5-0, scoring 2.4 GF & allowing 3.8 GA per game
🔑 Key Players
- Dylan Strome: 82 pts (29 G, 53 A)
- Alexander Ovechkin: 44 G, 29 A in 65 games
- Logan Thompson: 31-6-6 record, 2.49 GAA, .911 SV%
🟦 Montreal Canadiens
- Goals For: 3.0/game (17th)
- Goals Against: 3.2/game (22nd)
- Goal Differential: -18 (21st)
- Shooting %: 11.6% (5th in NHL)
- Last 10 Games: 6-1-3, scoring 2.7 GF & allowing just 2.0 GA per game
🔑 Key Players
- Nick Suzuki: 89 pts (30 G, 59 A), 17.4% shooting
- Cole Caufield: 70 pts (37 G, 33 A)
- Samuel Montembeault: 31-24-7, 2.80 GAA, .902 SV%
🚑 Injury Report
Washington Capitals
- T.J. Oshie (Back) – Out for Season
- Sonny Milano (Upper Body) – Out
- Nicklas Backstrom (Hip) – Out for Season
- Martin Fehervary (Meniscus) – Out for Season
- Aliaksei Protas (Foot) – Day-to-Day
Montreal Canadiens
- Kirby Dach (Lower Body) – Out for Season
🔥 Top Player Prop Bets
🟥 Washington Capitals
- Alex Ovechkin – Anytime Goal Scorer: Ovechkin netted two goals, including the overtime winner, in Game 1. Expect him to remain a scoring threat in Game 2.
- Dylan Strome – Over 0.5 Assists: Strome contributed three assists in the series opener, showcasing his playmaking abilities.
🟦 Montreal Canadiens
- Cole Caufield – Over 2.5 Shots on Goal: Caufield has consistently exceeded this mark in recent road games, including Game 1.
- Nick Suzuki – Over 0.5 Points: Suzuki tallied a goal in Game 1 and has been a reliable contributor throughout the season.
🧩 Same Game Parlay (+725 Odds)
Combine the following selections for a high-value parlay:
- Capitals to Win in Regulation: Washington’s strong home performance suggests they can secure a win within 60 minutes.
- Alex Ovechkin – Anytime Goal Scorer: Ovechkin’s offensive prowess makes him a consistent scoring threat.
- Cole Caufield – Over 2.5 Shots on Goal: Caufield’s shooting frequency indicates a high likelihood of surpassing this line.
Note: Odds are subject to change. Please verify with your sportsbook.
🏁 Capitals vs. Canadiens Prediction
- Score: Capitals 4, Canadiens 2
- Best Bets:
- Capitals to Win in Regulation
- Over 5.5 Total Goals
- Alex Ovechkin – Anytime Goal Scorer
- Cole Caufield – Over 2.5 Shots on Goal
Washington is poised to leverage their home-ice advantage and offensive depth to take a commanding 2-0 series lead. Montreal’s resilience may keep the game competitive, but the Capitals’ experience and firepower are likely to prevail.
