Washington at Vancouver

Washington is well rested, playing on five days of rest. The Capitals have been successful in enemy territory, earning points in four of their first five away from home (3-1-1). Washington is 67-30 after scoring two or fewer goals in their previous game, plus 20-6 when following a loss of three or more goals. Vancouver has a losing home record, dropping three in a row in this building. Vancouver is once again a bad offensive team at #22 in goals scored, and #29 on the power play. The Canucks had to play two nights ago and are home from a five-game trek. Vancouver is 4-10 following a win, plus 10-25 against the Eastern Conference. Washington has won four in a row against the Canucks, who are on a 4-18 run at home, so back the talented and rested visitors play on Washington.