Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Washington Capitals: Odds and Picks

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Washington Capitals o5.5 (-110)
Wed May 13, ‘09 at 7:05 p.m.—NHL Betting Odds
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It’s the deciding game of this gruelling conference semi-final, with the winner moving forward. This series has swung one way, then another, and has witnessed endless action from start to finish, with neither team taking a backward step.

What has been clear is that there is very little between these teams and despite some outstanding shot-stopping by the goaltenders, both sides have had trouble containing the other. That is highlighted by the fact that at least five goals (twice) have been scored in each of the six games, and besides game four, the remaining five games have seen the game winner come out on top by just one goal difference.

Some will be calling for a tight game here, but in reality, these two teams don’t play that way, especially against each other. When these two teams hook up, the "over" is 10-2-1 in the last thirteen. In the Nations Capital, the "over" is 11-2-1. Finally, Washington is 21-5 "over" after allowing two-plus goals in the third period last game. Pittsburgh is 12-2 "over" after two straight contests where both teams scored three goals or more this season.

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