The Seattle Kraken (3-2-0) and Washington Capitals (3-1-0) meet Sunday in Washington, D.C. Puck drop from Capital One Arena is set for 5 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let's analyze NHL odds around the Kraken vs. Capitals odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.
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The Kraken picked up an impressive 6-3 road win over the Detroit Red Wings Friday night, cashing as +130 underdogs while the Over (6.5) also hit. C Frederick Gaudreau scored twice, while C Ben Myers added a goal and 2 assists. Seattle took control with a 4-goal second period.
The Capitals will look to sweep their 3-game homestand Sunday after picking up wins over the Pittsburgh Penguins (5-3 Wednesday) and the New York Rangers (3-1
Friday). Washington cashed as a -142 favorite over the Rangers as the Under (5.5) hit. D Timothy Liljegren scored to tie the game 1-1 in the second period and C Boone Jenner scored the go-ahead goal later in the period. RW Tom Wilson added a last-second empty-netter. G Logan Thompson made 21 saves.
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Kraken at Capitals odds
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- Moneyline (ML): Kraken +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Capitals -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
- Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kraken +1.5 (-140) | Capitals -1.5 (+115)
- Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)
Kraken at Capitals projected goalies
Philipp Grubauer (1-1-0, 2.57 GAA, .915 SV%) vs. Logan Thompson (3-0-0, 2.00 GAA, .929 SV%)
Grubauer earned his first win of the season Friday night, turning aside 37 shots. He has enjoyed plenty of success against Washington, the team that drafted him in 2010. Grubauer owns a 4-2-1 career record against the Capitals in 7 appearances, posting a 2.31 GAA and .926 SV% while stopping 201 of 217 shots.
Thompson remained unbeaten this season after another strong performance Friday night, stopping 21 of 22 shots against the Rangers. He has also enjoyed success against Seattle, going 4-2-0 in 6 appearances with a 2.02 GAA and .920 SV%. Thompson has allowed just 12 goals against the Kraken, including 1 shutout.
Kraken at Capitals picks and predictions
Prediction
Capitals 3, Kraken 2
Moneyline
PASS.
I like the Capitals (-210) to win, but not enough to take them at this price.
Puck line/Against the spread
BET KRAKEN +1.5 (-140).
Seattle has been one of the NHL's most productive offensive teams early this season, scoring 21 goals through 5 games, ranking third in the league. The Kraken are also 2-1 on the road, averaging more than 4 goals per game away from home.
Seattle has been effective on special teams, converting 26.7% of its power-play opportunities while scoring 17 goals at even strength. That offensive balance should help the Kraken stay competitive against a Washington team that has been tough defensively.
The Capitals have allowed just 9 goals through 4 games and are unbeaten at home, but their offense has generated only 102 shots while converting 18.2% of its power-play chances. With Seattle finding the net consistently and playing well on the road, this matchup could be much closer than the odds suggest.
Over/Under
BET UNDER 6.5 (-120).
Washington's defense has been solid early, allowing just 2.25 goals per game, with Thompson leading the way in net. The Capitals have also killed 86.7% of their penalties, making life difficult for opposing offenses. Seattle is averaging 4.2 goals per game, but Washington's defensive structure and strong goaltending should provide a tougher challenge, potentially turning this into a tighter, lower-scoring matchup. In fact, it might be worth considering Under 5.5 (+120).
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