Montréal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals Prediction Tommy Boluda Pro Tipster

Montréal Canadiens are showing solid form in recent games. They have managed to find the net consistently, with players like Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Lane Hutson, and Alexandre Carrier regularly contributing points. In their last five games, the Canadiens have been aggressive on offense, averaging over 30 shots per game and performing well in faceoffs. Their powerplay has also been effective, especially in the recent 6-3 win over the Capitals where they scored twice with a man advantage. Defensively, the team is physical, leading in hits and blocking a good number of shots. However, they do have some games where defensive lapses cost them, such as the 3-4 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. Overall, the Canadiens look confident, with their key forwards stepping up and their physical presence making a difference.

Washington Capitals have had mixed results lately. The team is capable of strong starts, often scoring more than 1.5 goals in the first period, but they sometimes struggle to keep up the pressure throughout the game. Dylan Strome and Alex Ovechkin are the main offensive threats, regularly getting on the scoresheet, while Jakob Chychrun and Rasmus Sandin provide support from the blue line. The Capitals’ last games show a balance between offense and defense, but they tend to allow more shots and can be outplayed physically, as seen in their recent 3-6 loss to the Canadiens. Their penalty minutes are on the higher side, and they sometimes lose the battle in faceoffs and hits. A good example of their potential is the 3-1 win over the New York Islanders, but inconsistency, especially on the road, remains an issue.