Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Prediction, Pick, Odds & Props for April 14

• The Blue Jackets are -150 moneyline favorites over the Capitals, in a game with a 6.5 goal total
• Tonight could mark the final game of Alex Ovechkin’s storied career
• See my Capitals vs Blue Jackets prediction and pick, plus the latest odds and props for the April 14th contest

The Washington Capitals hit the road to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets tonight, in what could be the final game of Alex Ovechkin’s storied career. The Great 8 has remained non-comital about his NHL future, and won’t make an official decision on retirement until the offseason.

If it is his final game, online sportsbooks expect it to be a loss. They’ve pegged the Blue Jackets as -150 moneyline favorites in the NHL odds, in a game with a 6.5 goal total.

Puck drop is scheduled for 7 pm ET from Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, with ESPN providing the broadcast coverage.

Keep reading for my favorite Capitals vs Blue Jackets prediction and pick, along with the latest odds and best props to bet for April 14th.

Capitals vs Blue Jackets Prediction and Pick

• Washington Capitals Moneyline (+135 at Caesars)
• Over 6.5 Total Goals (-115 at Bet365)

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I’m betting the Caps moneyline tonight at juicy plus-money odds, along with over 6.5 goals. Washington heads into Ohio carrying serious momentum from a three-game winning streak, establishing themselves as an appealing road ‘dog. The Capitals have been playing highly competitive, structured hockey down the stretch, while the Blue Jackets have struggled to string together consistent, 60-minute efforts in their own building.

Backing Washington to win outright presents excellent value given the current analytical trajectories of both rosters. The Capitals enter tonight sporting a profitable 7-3 straight-up record over their last 10 games and a solid 4-2 mark across their last six road trips. On the flip side, Columbus has cratered to a 2-8 record over their previous 10 games, dropping five consecutive matchups at home. Furthermore, Washington has dominated this head-to-head series recently, cashing moneyline tickets in three straight meetings against their division rival.

Capitals vs Blue Jackets Stats

The most glaring statistical mismatch tonight is Washington’s goal-scoring efficiency. Despite generating fewer shots on goal per game (28.14) than their opponent (29.41), the Capitals convert at a much higher clip, netting 3.20 goals per contest. This ruthless finishing pairs dangerously against a Columbus blue line yielding nearly three goals a night.

Special teams also present a distinct advantage for the visitors. While Columbus technically holds a negligible edge on the man advantage, Washington boasts a significantly sturdier penalty kill. The Capitals neutralize 80.1% of their penalties, whereas Columbus bleeds goals with a bottom-tier 76.1% success rate.

As for the total, the goaltending metrics scream regression toward the over. Both teams hover in the sub-.900 save percentage basement. Neither defensive profile suggests a grinding, slog of a game, perfectly setting the stage for a barnburner.

The over has hit in 7 of Washington’s last 9 games and has been an absolute cash cow in their travel spots, hitting in 10 of their last 13 road games as an underdog. With both teams eliminated from contention in the Stanley Cup odds, expect a wide open contest with plenty of high-danger scoring chances.

Capitals vs Blue Jackets Props

• Adam Fantilli Over 2.5 Shots on Goal (-115 Bet365)

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Moving over to the NHL props market, where I’m betting Adam Fantilli to exceed 2.5 shots on goal. The dynamic Columbus forward has been a high-volume shooter lately, actively driving the offensive attack despite the team’s broader struggles. Fantilli has eclipsed 2.5 shots on goal in 4 of his last 5 games, averaging a heavy 3.0 shots per game in that span. He has also surpassed this line in 3 of his last 4 home games, generating 3.25 shots per night in his own building.

Capitals vs Blue Jackets Odds

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As for the Capitals vs Blue Jackets odds, the best sportsbook to tail my picks at varies depending on the market. Caesars has the best price on a Caps upset at +135, while Bet365 has the shortest odds on under 6.5 goals at -115. Bet365 also has the lowest juice on Fantilli’s shots on goal prop, while FanDuel is the only commercial book currently offering plus money odds on under 6.5 goals.