Capitals vs Wild Elite NHL Pick 3/27

The Washington Capitals saw their four-game winning streak snapped in a hard-fought 3-2 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets. Now sitting at 47-15-9 on the season, the Capitals look to bounce back on the road before returning home for a matchup with the Buffalo Sabres.

Capitals’ Streak Snapped, But Momentum Remains Strong

Despite the OT loss, the Capitals remain one of the NHL’s most consistent and well-balanced teams this season. Dylan Strome continues to pace Washington offensively, leading the team with 68 points, including 23 goals and a team-high 45 assists. The legendary Alex Ovechkin has added 60 points, netting 36 goals and dishing out 24 assists, while Connor McMichael has emerged as a key contributor with 54 points (25 goals, 29 assists).

Aliaksei Protas has also made a major impact, posting 64 points on 29 goals and 35 assists. Tom Wilson has been a force with 59 points (31 goals, 28 assists), and veteran defenseman John Carlson has chipped in 46 points, highlighted by 41 assists. Pierre-Luc Dubois (61 points, 43 assists) and Jakob Chychrun (44 points, 18 goals) have also helped round out a deep and productive roster.

In net, Logan Thompson has been sensational, boasting a 31-4-6 record with a 2.32 goals-against average and a .917 save percentage. Backup Charlie Lindgren has also been solid, going 16-11-3 with a 2.63 GAA and a .901 save percentage.

Notably, Washington has now won eight straight road games immediately following an overtime contest.

Wild Reeling After Back-to-Back Losses

The Minnesota Wild enter this matchup looking to stop the bleeding after a tough 5-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Now 40-27-5 on the season, Minnesota has dropped two straight and is struggling to find consistency on the offensive end.

Kirill Kaprizov leads the way with 52 points (23 goals, 29 assists), while Matt Boldy tops the team in scoring with 60 points, including 23 goals and 37 assists. Marco Rossi (54 points), Mats Zuccarello (45 points), and the rest of the Wild’s supporting cast have had moments of brilliance but are currently in a scoring drought, managing just one goal over their last two games.

Between the pipes, Filip Gustavsson has been reliable with a 28-16-4 record, a 2.47 GAA, and a .918 save percentage. Marc-Andre Fleury has provided veteran experience, though his 2.78 GAA and .903 save percentage suggest some inconsistency. Rookie Jesper Wallstedt has struggled in limited action, going 0-2 with a 4.09 GAA.

Washington Capitals vs Minnesota Wild Elite NHL Pick 3/27

Minnesota’s recent offensive woes are a concern, and facing a defensively sound and opportunistic Capitals team won’t make life any easier. Washington’s depth, consistency, and recent road success—particularly following overtime games—makes them the more trustworthy side in this matchup.

The Wild, while talented, are trending in the wrong direction at the wrong time. With Washington looking to bounce back after a close loss, expect the Capitals to control the pace and secure a bounce-back victory on the road.

Washington Capitals +107

This pick is in regular time (3-way). Meaning the Capitals must win in regulation. If it goes to OT, the bet loses. If the Wild win, the bet loses.