Washington at Philadelphia

We have a big time, early-season matchup in Philadelphia tonight as the Capitals bring their impressive 5-0 mark to skate against the Flyers who are nearly perfect as well at 4-0-1. This should be a playoff atmosphere, and that usually means intense play on the defensive end. Washington has limited their last three opponents to a total of just 3 goals. The Flyers’ great start can be measured behind the net and the back side of the ice, where they have held opponents to 9 regulation goals and 1 shootout score through five games. The Caps have been up to the task, taking note of offensive opponents as they are now 9-0 when facing a team that crossed the crease 5 or more times in their previous game. The Flyers are bearing down on the defensive end vs. top-level opponents, as they are 6-1 to the UNDER in their last seven vs. a road team with a road winning percentage of over .600. Tight and low-scoring is expected tonight, so play on the UNDER.