Colorado at Washington

Colorado has a winning road record and is playing well on a 10-5 run. They've had two days off after winning at Philadelphia, 3-2. The offense is 11th in scoring, 13th in shooting percentage, and fourth on the power play. Center Nathan MacKinnon leads the NHL in points (34) and assists (27). Colorado is also on a 5-1 run UNDER the total on the road. Washington comes home after playing four of five on the road. The offense is 23rd on the power play and leading-scorer Alex Ovechkin (leg injury) has been placed on injured reserve, ruled week-to-week. He leads the NHL in goals (15) and has scored five over the last two games. The defense is 12th in goals allowed. Colorado has won four of the last five matchups against Washington, so back the visitors in a defensive duel. Play Colorado + UNDER the total.