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Capitals vs. Devils prediction: Close contest projected after new data released for Saturday's NHL matchup [12/27/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Washington Capitals vs New Jersey Devils predictions for NHL Saturday.
The New Jersey Devils will square off with the Washington Capitals, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Prudential Center on Saturday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives an equal chance for both both teams to win the Capitals-Devils matchup.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's Capitals vs. Devils matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Caps vs. Devils prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Capitals and Devils 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently can't split the two teams, giving both the Capitals and Devils a 50% chance of winning the game.
According to our model, the Capitals (+1.5) have a 71% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Capitals vs. Devils odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Capitals | Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-250) | -1.5 (+210) |
| Moneyline | +100 | -118 |
| Total | o5.5 (-118) | u5.5 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Capitals vs. Devils picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Capitals +1.5 | -250 |
| Moneyline | Capitals | +100 |
| Total | Under 5.5 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Capitals to win.
Capitals vs. Devils player props
Who will score a goal in Capitals vs. Devils?
According to our model, Alex Ovechkin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Capitals vs. Devils.
Our projections give Ovechkin a 34.0% chance of scoring a goal at Prudential Center, while the star is a 6.5% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex Ovechkin | 34.0% |
| Aliaksei Protas | 27.2% |
| Dylan Strome | 26.0% |
| Ryan Leonard | 23.1% |
| Jakob Chychrun | 22.4% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 32.1% |
| Jack Hughes | 31.2% |
| Timo Meier | 27.7% |
| Jesper Bratt | 24.6% |
| Arseny Gritsyuk | 22.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex Ovechkin | 6.5% |
| Aliaksei Protas | 6.0% |
| Dylan Strome | 5.3% |
| Connor McMichael | 4.5% |
| Ryan Leonard | 4.2% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 6.9% |
| Jack Hughes | 6.7% |
| Timo Meier | 5.6% |
| Jesper Bratt | 4.7% |
| Arseny Gritsyuk | 4.5% |
Caps vs. Devils game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Devils and Capitals at Prudential Center is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Washington Capitals vs. New Jersey Devils
- Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Prudential Center
Conclusion
We predict a close game between the Capitals and Devils on Saturday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Capitals vs. Devils insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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