Whether you’re looking to make a single bet or have your sights set on building a parlay, Thursday’s game at 7:00 PM ET between the Washington Capitals and the St. Louis Blues features a variety of betting options. Prior to the puck dropping, check out our best bets for this game.

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Capitals vs. Blues Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 6 goals)

• This season, Washington and its opponent have combined to outscore Thursday’s total of 5.5 goals 31 times.
• So far this season, 29 games St. Louis has played finished with over 5.5 goals.
• The Capitals score 3.66 goals per game, compared to the Blues’ average of 2.78, adding up to 0.9 more goals than this contest’s over/under of 5.5.
• This game’s total is 0.0 less than the 5.5 goals these two teams give up per game combined.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -180

• The Capitals have been victorious in 21 of their 33 games when they were favored on the moneyline this season (63.6%).
• In games it has played with moneyline odds of -180 or shorter, Washington has compiled a 6-6 record (winning 50.0% of its games).
• The Capitals have a 64.3% chance (based on the moneyline’s implied probability) to win this matchup.

Blues Moneyline: +150

• St. Louis has earned an upset victory 18 times when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (in 43 games as the underdog).
• When the Blues’ moneyline odds are +150 or longer, they have won seven games in 16 opportunities.
• St. Louis has a 40.0% implied probability to win this game.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, St. Louis 2

Capitals Points Leaders

• Dylan Strome has been imperative to Washington’s offense this season, registering 59 points in 58 games.
• With 23 goals and 27 assists, Aliaksei Protas is one of the most important offensive options for Washington with his 50 points (0.9 per game).
• Washington’s offensive effort is aided by Pierre-Luc Dubois’ 50 points. He’s contributed 35 assists.
• Logan Thompson (25-3-5) has a 2.3 goals against average and a save percentage of .919 for Washington.

Blues Points Leaders

• Robert Thomas’ 16 goals and 31 assists in 47 matchups give him 47 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
• St. Louis’ Jordan Kyrou has racked up 46 total points (0.8 per game), with 24 goals and 22 assists.
• St. Louis’ Dylan Holloway has 42 points (17 goals, 25 assists) this season.
• Jordan Binnington has a record of 17-19-4 in 41 games this season, conceding 111 goals (2.8 goals against average) with 984 saves and an .899 save percentage, 36th in the league.

Capitals’ Schedule

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Washington vs. St. Louis Game Info

• Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Location: Washington D.C.
• Venue: Capital One Arena

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