Washington Capitals – Dallas Stars: Preview
Washington Capitals host Dallas Stars in the NHL, and the market gives the home side a slight edge.
Recent form for both sides
Washington Capitals have a LWWWL run over their last 5 matches, with 3 wins and 2 defeats. Their most recent result was a 1-5 loss to Minnesota Wild, while earlier they beat Buffalo Sabres 4-3 after extra time. Dallas Stars have a WLLWW sequence over their last 5 matches, also with 3 wins and 2 defeats. Their latest outing was a 3-1 win over Columbus Blue Jackets, following a 3-2 victory over Winnipeg Jets after extra time.
Market view on the result
Prices from 1 bookmaker make Washington Capitals a slight favourite at 1.83, an implied probability of 51%, against 1.87 for Dallas Stars at 49%. The home price has shortened from an opening 1.92. The away price opened at 1.85 and now stands at 1.87, so the two sides are close on the current market.
Draw and total expectations
Counting regulation time only, the market puts the home win at 39%, the away win at 38% and a draw at 24%, priced at 3.90. On the 6.5 total including overtime, the market leans to the under at 1.68, a 55% probability. The over has drifted from an opening 1.55 to 2.05, which is 45%. Overall the market sees a close contest with the home side narrowly ahead.