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05:24:48 pm on February 14, 2009 |
Washington Capitals –200 @ Tampa Bay Lightning
The Reason: Despite losing 2 of their last 3 games, the Capitals come into this game optimistic. Prior to losing 2 of 3, they had won 3 straight. Washington last played Wednesday, giving them 2 days off (from games) coming into tonight’s matchup against the lowly Lightning.
On the other hand, there is Tampa Bay. Coming in “Hot”, winning 2 of 3, but prior to those 3, they had lost 4 straight against formidable foes. Both of the Lightning’s wins came as a favorite in the past 3 games, and all 4 losses came as underdogs.
The main thing in this matchup that lead us to pick the Capitals, is the streak of the Capitals vs. the Lightning. The Capitals have won 7 straight vs. Tampa Bay, and 3 straight in St. Pete.
Some weird, some may say useless, Trends
(via covers)
WAS are 20-8 in their last 28 vs. Southeast.
WAS are 38-16 in their last 54 games as a favorite.
WAS are 19-8 in their last 27 overall.
Capitals are 12-2 in their last 14 games as a favorite of -151 to -200.
Capitals are 4-1 in their last 5 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of less than .400.
TB are 7-25 in their last 32 vs. Southeast.
TB are 8-22 in their last 30 Sat. games.
Lightning are 3-14 in their last 17 vs. a team with a winning % above .600.
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