Panthers vs Capitals Picks and Prediction – 2/5/2025

On Tuesday, the Florida Panthers (31-19-3) face off against the Washington Capitals (34-11-7) at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Make sure you stay up to date with all the NHL action, with our expert NHL picks.

Washington comes into this matchup on a one-game losing streak, but has won three of their last five games. In a narrow 5-4 overtime defeat against the Ottawa team, Alex Ovechkin delivered an impressive performance for the Washington Capitals by scoring one goal and providing two assists. This year, Ovechkin has been the top goal-scorer for the Capitals, having successfully notched up 23 goals. Trailing him is Aliaksei Protas, who is the second-highest scorer for Washington with 21 goals under his belt this season. Leading the Capitals in points is Dylan Strome, who has accumulated a total of 49 points so far and tops the team's charts in assists as well, contributing 34 assists to date. Recently, across their last five matchups, the Capitals have managed to score an average of 2.8 goals per game, positioning them at the pinnacle of the Metropolitan Division standings. As they gear up to break their current losing streak, they aim to maintain an unbeaten record against the Panthers. On the whole, Washington has been successful in averaging 3.5 goals per game throughout the season.

Florida enters this game on a one-game winning streak and has won three of their last five games prior to their game against the Islanders. In a commanding 3-0 victory over Los Angeles, the Florida Panthers celebrated with Sam Bennett finding the back of the net. This season, Sam Reinhart has been a standout performer for Florida, leading the team with an impressive tally of 30 goals. Matthew Tkachuk is right behind him as the second-highest goal-scorer on the team, having netted 17 goals so far. Not only is Reinhart leading in goals, but he also tops the team's leaderboard in points, racking up a total of 57. Meanwhile, Aleksander Barkov has been the Panthers' playmaking expert, contributing 32 assists to date. Over their last five matches, Florida has been on an offensive roll, averaging 3.4 goals per game, which has helped them secure first place in the Atlantic Division standings. With an eye on leveling their season series with the Capitals, the Panthers have been consistent overall, maintaining an average of 3.2 goals per game throughout the season.

Earlier this season, the Capitals secured a victory against the Panthers, and they are eager to display their formidable offensive skills once again. Washington's home performance has been outstanding, largely owing to an offense that ranks among the top in the NHL this year. The Panthers have a winning record on the road and will hope to get the upset victory in DC. Final Score Prediction, Washington Capitals win 3-2.