The Washington Capitals wrap up a quick two-game road trip with a matchup against the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night at Xcel Energy Center.
My Capitals vs. Wild picks are looking at the Caps to bounce back in the best NHL picks on Thursday, March 27.
Capitals vs Wild prediction
My best bet: Capitals moneyline (-156 at FanDuel)
My analysis
The Washington Capitals are coming off an overtime loss in Winnipeg in what was a matchup between the two top teams in the NHL. They now head down to Minnesota to face a Wild team whose playoff spot may suddenly be in question.
Washington won four straight games prior to Tuesday night’s overtime loss in Winnipeg and the Caps are also 8-1-1 in their last 10 contests. They’ve outscored teams 63-44 in 16 games since the 4 Nations break as well with an 11-4-1 record in that span.
Going on the road hasn’t been a problem for the Caps this season with a 23-8-3 record, while the Wild are just 18-16-2 at home. Minnesota has also been a tough go of it lately.
The Minnesota Wild have lost two straight, four of seven, six of 10, and are 6-8-1 in their last 15 games. Things are trending down for a team that has been in steady Wild Card position.
They’ve been battling injuries all year long, and the absences of Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek are really taking their toll.
Minnesota has scored just one goal in its last two games against Dallas and Vegas. Things don’t get easier with the Presidents’ Trophy favorites coming to town.
Look for the Capitals to get back on track after a loss, which is something they’ve made a habit of this season.
Capitals vs Wild same-game parlay (SGP)
Capitals moneyline
Alex Ovechkin goal
Under 5.5
The Capitals have had one of the best goaltending tandems in the league this season and they should be able to keep the hapless Wild offense off the board. The Wild have scored two goals or fewer in each of their last six losses.
Alex Ovechkin is chasing down Wayne Gretzky and the Wild have allowed a power-play goal in two straight games. Whether it’s a PPG or potentially an empty-net goal, look for Ovi to add another to his tally.
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Capitals vs Wild odds
Capitals vs Wild live odds
Capitals vs Wild opening odds
- Puck line: Washington -1.5 (+164) | Minnesota +1.5 (-198)
- Moneyline: Washington -148 | Minnesota +124
- Over/Under: Over 5.5 (-102) | Under 5.5 (-118)
Capitals vs Wild trend
The Washington Capitals have hit the Moneyline in 51 of their last 86 games (+11.10 Units / 9% ROI). Find more NHL betting trends for Capitals vs. Wild.
How to watch Capitals vs Wild
| Location | Xcel Energy Center, Saint Paul, Minnesota |
| Date | Thursday, 3-27-2025 |
| Puck drop | 7:30 p.m. ET |
| TV | MNMT2, FanDuel Sports Network-NO, FanDuel Sports Network-WIX |
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