Capitals vs. Canadiens

Our quantitative model’s 92% projection is heavily supported by Washington entering the second leg of a back-to-back without top defender John Carlson, who is confirmed out for tonight's contest. Montreal’s fourth-ranked scoring offense (3.45 GPG) is currently bolstered by a healthy Cole Caufield (33 goals), while Pierre-Luc Dubois’ two-goal performance yesterday and the return of Tom Wilson ensure the Capitals have the firepower to exploit a Canadiens defense allowing 3.22 goals per game.