Washington Capitals at Florida Panthers 5/11/22 - NHL Picks & Predictions

Last Updated: 05/10/2022 at 8:27 PM ET

The Florida Panthers return home on Wednesday to host the Washington Capitals in game five of this series. The Panthers beat the Capitals 3-2 in overtime on Monday in Washington. Carter Verhaeghe led Florida in the win with two goals. The Panthers are 1-1 at home in this serie at home. 

Sergei Bobrovsky will protect the goal for Florida. Bobrovsky only faced 16 total shots on Monday. Bobrovsky has three shutouts on the year and carries a 2.67 goals against average. 

The Washington Capitals look to bounce back after a tough home loss in game four. Washington has outscored Florida in this series 13-11. The Capitals are looking for a big game from their Captain Alex Ovechkin. Ovechkin has 50 goals on the season. 

Vitek Vanecek will protect the goal for the Capitals. Vanecek hasn't played since game three when he allowed 5 goals on 19 shots. Vanecek has 4 shutouts on the year and carries a 2.67 goals against average. 

The Washington Capitals show value as the underdog in this game. Vitek Vanecek is looking to bounce back and provide a big game for Washington. Expect a tight, fast, and physical game. Final Score Prediction, Washington Capitals win 4-3. 

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