Washington bounced back with a 4-1 win to even the series, but now it's the Penguins' turn to rebound from a loss and they haven't lost two in a row since March 1. Also, the Penguins are 60-26 their last 86 games after scoring two or fewer goals their previous game. The Capitals are just 3-8 the last 11 meetings at Pittsburgh and the Penguins are 8-0 their last eight games against an opponent that gave up two or fewer goals its previous game. Pittsburgh has won 97 of its last 131 home games and 13 of its last 18 with one day of rest. Evgeni Malkin could be back for this game, which would be a huge boost for Pittsburgh. Matt Murray had 31 saves in a losing cause on Sunday and Braden Holtby had 32 saves for the Capitals. Look for Pittsburgh to take a 2-1 lead in the series. Play the Penguins.
This pick was released to clients on April 30, 2018 at 12:49PM ET.
NHL
Washington at Pittsburgh
May 1, 2018
7:40 PM Eastern
2 units on Pittsburgh -130 (moneyline) (risk 2 to return 3.54)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
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