Vegas Golden Knights vs Washington Capitals Prediction 11-17-24 NHL Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Vegas Golden Knights vs Washington Capitals Prediction for this NHL game on Sunday, November 17th, at the T-Mobile Arena. 

Golden Knights Have Confidence

The Golden Knights have a ton of confidence heading into this Game as they have won two Games in a row. In the last Game against Utah, Vegas scored four goals and that was enough for the two goal victory. The Golden Knights scored three goals in the third period and that was enough for the win. William Karlsson had a strong Game putting up two goals and adding one assist. Adin Hill started in goal and he saved 32 of the 34 shots that he faced. The Golden Knights are averaging 4.12 goals while their defense is giving up 3.06 goals per Game. The offfense is ranked 2nd in the league while the defense is ranked 14th. Jack Eichel has scored five goals and added 22 assists. 

Why the Golden Knights Will Beat the Capitals

• The Golden Knights have won each of their last nine Sunday home games.
• The Capitals have lost each of their last four night games at T-Mobile Arena.
• The favorites have covered the puck line in six of the Golden Knights’ last seven games at T-Mobile Arena.
• The Capitals have failed to cover the puck line in three of their last four games as underdogs following a road win.
• The Capitals have lost the second period in three of their last four games at T-Mobile Arena.

Capitals Coming Off a Key Win

The Capitals at times have been a bit inconsistent this season but they are coming off a key win in the last Game. The Capitals went on the road and scored five goals against the Colorado Avalanche to secure the win. Connor McMichael scored two goals. Charlie Lindgren started in goal and saved 17 of the 19 shots that he faced. The Capitals are averaging 4.13 goals while their defense is giving up 2.86 goals per Game. The offense is ranked 1st in the league while the defense is ranked 11th. In this Game the offense is going to need to get out to a fast start to really try to put the pressure on. 

Vegas Golden Knights vs Washington Capitals Prediction

This Game is going to be a high scoring one. The Capitals offense has been strong all season and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. The Golden Knights are averaging 4.12 goals per Game and they are going to put on a show here. Look for both teams to score at least four goals, and this Game is going to be a high scoring. Back the over to cash here.