Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Prediction & Odds: NHL Picks Today (April 14)
With both teams officially eliminated from postseason contention, I'm expecting a loose defensive encounter in my Capitals vs. Blue Jackets prediction. Puck drop from Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, is set for 7 p.m. ET, airing on ESPN.
The Blue Jackets are the marginal -118 moneyline betting favorite despite winning twice in the previous 10 games. The Capitals are 4-1-0 in their last five, but my focus is on the total due to the circumstances. I've also featured Tom Wilson, who has enjoyed a consistent run over the last two weeks.
🏒 Capitals vs. Blue Jackets picks & odds today: April 14
See all of our experts' NHL picks based on the latest NHL odds.
| 💰 Pick | ⚖️ Bet size (units) | 🧠 Why I bet this |
|---|---|---|
| Capitals ML (-102 via FanDuel) | 0.5u → .49u | The Capitals have been the much better team down the stretch. |
| Over 6.5 (-104 via FanDuel) | 0.5u → 0.48u | With both teams eliminated, I expect a loose game. |
| Tom Wilson Over 0.5 points (-125 via BetMGM) | 1u → 0.8u | Tom Wilson has been Mr. Consistency recently, with at least 1 point in 6 of the last 7. |
Total wagered: 2 units | Max profit: 1.77 units
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🏆 Who will win Capitals vs. Blue Jackets?
The Capitals are 7-2-0 in their last nine, and the Blue Jackets have lost eight of the previous 10. With the Capitals playing way better of late, I'm expecting them to win 4-3.
And if it is Alex Ovechkin's last game, he'll want to go out on a win. That should help the visitors secure one more W.
Score prediction: Capitals 4, Blue Jackets 3
💰 Capitals vs. Blue Jackets prediction & best bet
Over 6.5 (-104)
The Blue Jackets have been woeful defensively down the stretch, allowing 3.5 goals per game since March 29. The Caps haven't been much better, conceding 3.43 in the same timeframe.
With neither team playoff-bound, I can't see them tightening up defensively.
Seven of the Capitals' previous nine contests had at least seven goals, and the Blue Jackets, who have been snake-bitten offensively, should create more chances against a team that has allowed the seventh-most expected goals against.
🚨 Speaking of goals
On the note of goals I've highlighted four goalscorers in my NHL player props today
🔥 Best Capitals vs. Blue Jackets player prop bet
Tom Wilson Over 0.5 points (-125)
Wilson has been the most consistent Cap, notching nine points over the previous seven. He's registered at least one point in six of the last seven, with the previous game against the Pittsburgh Penguins the only exception.
Wilson carries a three-game point streak against the Blue Jackets into proceedings, scoring four. I was surprised the odds at the best sports betting sites are so palatable, considering his recent run.
BetMGM offers the best price.
🚀 Capitals vs. Blue Jackets same-game parlay
With the Caps on a roll and the Blue Jackets enduring the opposite trajectory, I expect the visitors to keep on rolling. The complexion might be different with nothing to play for, but I'm hoping the Caps remain business-like and take the game seriously.
If the Caps score four goals, as I predict, Wilson should contribute to at least one. He's scored or assisted on 31% of the team's goals in the last seven games.
💵 Capitals vs. Blue Jackets SGP picks
- Capitals ML (-102)
- Over 6.5 goals (-104)
- Tom Wilson Over 0.5 points (-130)
Best odds: +587 via FanDuel (0.1u -> 0.59u)
💵 My betting record for NHL picks
All NHL picks, including SGPs, have been tracked since March 1.
| Bet type | Record | Net profit | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 71-86-4 | +15.25 units ✅ | +10.5% ✅ |
| Player props | 48-59 | +2.67 units ✅ | +2.6% ✅ |
| Parlays | 1-4 | +0.10 units ✅ | +19% ✅ |
💡 How I'm betting Capitals vs. Blue Jackets
Follow all of our NHL analysis and expert predictions this season.
I don't love the situation entering tonight's game. Neither team has anything to play for, so it's even more challenging to figure out which version of each team will show up.
That's why I'm only investing half a unit on each game prediction.
Wilson has been reliable recently, and I'm willing to invest an additional $5 on his player prop. The only thing Wilson knows how to do is compete, and that shouldn't change with his team out of the playoff hunt.
📊 Live Capitals vs. Blue Jackets odds
📈 Capitals vs. Blue Jackets betting trends
| Capitals | Statistic | Blue Jackets |
|---|---|---|
| 42-30-9 | W-L record | 40-29-12 |
| 43-38-0 | ATS record | 40-41-0 |
| 7-3-0 | O/U record last 10 | 4-6-0 |
| 4-1-0 | Last 5 games | 2-3-0 |
🚑 Capitals vs. Blue Jackets injuries
📺 How to watch Capitals vs. Blue Jackets
- Date: Tuesday, April 14
- Puck drop: 7 p.m. ET
- Location: Nationwide Arena (Columbus, Ohio)
- TV: ESPN
- Streaming: ESPN+
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