The teams are meeting for the first time this season and Detroit is seeking its first win under new coach Todd McLellan. This will be a good opportunity for the Red Wings, who will start Alex Lyon in net, and he is 5-5-1 with a 2.99 goals-against average. Detroit has won three of his past four starts. Detroit looks to bounce back from a 5-2 loss on Friday and the Red Wings have won five of six following a home loss of at least three goals. Washington is playing on consecutive days and Charlie Lindgren is probable for the Capitals. He has lost two of three starts, including 4-1 to Boston on Monday. Detroit has a game under its belt with its new coach and a new lease on life while seeking to end a losing skid. Take the Red Wings.
This pick was released to clients on December 29, 2024 at 10:48AM ET.
NHL
Washington at Detroit
December 29, 2024
5:00 PM Eastern
1.5 units on Detroit +117 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 3.26)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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