Winnipeg Jets, leading the Central Division, are set to play against the Washington Capitals on Tuesday. The Jets, who previously defeated the Capitals in overtime on February 1st with a score of 5-4, are aiming to secure their playoff spot. However, they have experienced a slight setback recently, losing two out of their last three games.
On the other side, the Capitals, already heading to the postseason, are in excellent form, having won nine of their last ten games. A notable storyline is Alex Ovechkin`s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky`s all-time goal record. Ovechkin has scored twice in his last five games and is now just six goals away from tying the record.
The game is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg. Betting odds currently favor the Jets, listing them as -139 favorites. The Capitals are considered underdogs at +118. The over/under for the total number of goals in the game is set at 5.5, and the Jets are also favored on the puck line at -1.5 with odds of +183.
Washington has been on a winning streak, securing victories in four consecutive games and nine of their last ten. In contrast, the Jets have lost two of their last three. In their recent encounters, the Capitals have a record of 3-1-1 with a positive goal difference of +5 against the Jets in the last five games. The Capitals will be motivated to even the season series after losing to the Jets 5-4 in their previous matchup.
In terms of goal scoring, recent games between these teams have seen a high number of goals. Three or more goals have been scored in their last five meetings, with two of those games exceeding five goals in total. The `Over` bet has also been successful in Winnipeg`s last three games and in Washington`s recent 6-3 victory against the Florida Panthers.
Alex Ovechkin`s performance against the Winnipeg/Atlanta franchise throughout his career is noteworthy. He has scored 56 goals in 74 games and six goals against Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck, including a goal in their February game.
