The Capitals will play the Blue Jackets on Thursday, December 21st, 2023. Your timezone's face off time is 7:08 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Moneyline Mage
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The Washington Capitals will be taking on the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday, December 21st, 2023 in what promises to be another exiting matchup of the 2023-24 NHL regular season. The following are some important performance metrics and team stats to consider before placing a wager. Keep an eye on these numbers. Trends for each team will develop as the 2023-24 season progresses.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Washington Capitals currently have a 92.00 SportsBetting3.com power ranking so far this season. Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets head into this game with a 87.00 power ranking.
- Away Washington Capitals - With the NHL season now underway, the Washington Capitals have a 7-5-2 record as an away team, ranking them 6th in the league for away team wins. The Washington Capitals now rank 8th for away team losses.
- Home Columbus Blue Jackets - The Columbus Blue Jackets possess a 7-9-2 record as a home team. That record ranks them 6th in the league for home team wins. On the other hand, they rank 2nd for home team losses.
- Goals Scored - The Washington Capitals rank 25th (73) for goals scored in the 2023-24 NHL season. Their opponent for this matchup, the Columbus Blue Jackets, currently rank 9th (105) in the league for goals scored.
- Goals Against - The number of goals scored against a team is one indicator of its defensive capabilities. The Washington Capitals rank 20th (82) in the league for goals scored against them. On the other side of the ice, the Columbus Blue Jackets have given up 121 goals this season, ranking them 2nd in the league.
- Shootout Records - If the game is tied at the end of regulation and overtime, a shootout will be held to determine the winner. Currently, the Washington Capitals have a 3-2 shootout win-loss record, with the Columbus Blue Jackets owning a 0-1 shootout record.
- Team Records - The Washington Capitals have a 16-9-4 record and the Columbus Blue Jackets hold a 11-17-5 so far in the 2023-24 NHL regular season.
Moneyline Mage
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Ladies and gentlemen, wizards and witches, gather 'round for a magical match-up on this enchanted night! On Thursday, December 21st, 2023, the Washington Capitals will take on the Columbus Blue Jackets in a crucial clash of the 2023-24 NHL regular season. As the season is now underway, the stakes have never been higher!
The Capitals, with a standing of 16-9-4, hold a 0.552 win percentage and have tallied 36 points so far. The Blue Jackets, on the other hand, have a 11-17-5 standing, with a win percentage of 0.333 and 27 points. It's a battle between the strong and the struggling, as these two teams collide on the icy battlefield.
As wizards, it's important to analyze the odds before the game begins. What fate awaits our beloved teams? Will the Capitals cast a spell of victory or will the Blue Jackets conjure an upset? See this game's prop bets below and consider placing a bet at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM. Let your intuition guide you, my fellow wizards!
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So, wizards and witches, prepare yourselves for a spellbinding spectacle on the ice. The Capitals and Blue Jackets are ready to unleash their power and prowess. Will the Capitals maintain their dominance, or will the Blue Jackets rise from the depths? Join us on Thursday, December 21st, 2023, as the puck drops and the magic unfolds!
Best Capitals at Blue Jackets Odds
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Washington Capitals are the -115 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Columbus Blue Jackets are the -104 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.
The best over line is 6 -118 goals at BetRivers, which means you risk $118 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 6 +100 goals at BetMGM, and that means you risk $100 to win $100 betting the under.
The Washington Capitals are -1.5 +205 puck line favorites at BetRivers, while the Columbus Blue Jackets are +1.5 -250 puck line underdogs at BetMGM.
NHL Odds Example
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Capitals
Blue Jackets
12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -115-105 |
- Columbus Blue Jackets bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds. The implied probability for Columbus Blue Jackets is 51.22%.
- Washington Capitals bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds. The implied probability for Washington Capitals is 53.49%.
Washington Capitals at Columbus Blue Jackets Prop Bets
BetMGM Bet |
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Capitals
Blue Jackets
Both Teams Score 2+ Goals
12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -190+140Bet |
Blue Jackets
Total Goals
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -120-120Bet |
Capitals
Total Goals
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -125-110Bet |
Adam Fantilli
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | +110-150Bet |
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Alex Ovechkin
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -250+170Bet |
Dylan Strome
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -140+105Bet |
Evgeny Kuznetsov
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -120-110Bet |
Ivan Provorov
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | +110-145Bet |
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John Carlson
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -155+120Bet |
Johnny Gaudreau
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -125-105Bet |
Kent Johnson
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | +135-185Bet |
Kirill Marchenko
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -105-125Bet |
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Tom Wilson
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -140+105Bet |
Yegor Chinakhov
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | +110-150Bet |
Zach Werenski
Points Scored
WSH at CBJ 12/21/23 7:08pm EST | -140+105Bet |
Team Standings
Team | GP | W | L | OTL | wPct | Pts | ROW | GF | GA | Diff | Home | Away | SO | L10 | Strk |
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x - Washington Capitals | 82 | 40 | 31 | 11 | 0.488 | 91 | 36 | 220 | 257 | -37.0 | 22-12-7 | 18-19-4 | 4-5 | 4-4-2 | W3 |
Columbus Blue Jackets | 82 | 27 | 43 | 12 | 0.329 | 66 | 24 | 237 | 300 | -63.0 | 17-19-5 | 10-24-7 | 3-2 | 4-6-0 | W1 |
Washington Capitals & Columbus Blue Jackets Futures Odds
Latest Stanley Cup odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how Stanley Cup betting works. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NHL teasers, props and parlays.
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Washington Capitals & Columbus Blue Jackets Team Pages
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How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Washington Capitals vs Columbus Blue Jackets NHL Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, December 21st, 2023 at 7:08 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NHL page, look for the Washington Capitals vs Columbus Blue Jackets Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NHL page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Washington Capitals vs Columbus Blue Jackets Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.