Capitals vs Lightning prediction, Nov 17: Lightning 61% to win
Early model forecast: Tampa Bay Lightning 61% to win, mostly on shot volume (+5 pts) and recent scoring (+4 pts). 22% chance it goes past regulation. Lineups and live score on the page.
Tampa Bay Lightning 61% to win, mostly on shot volume (+5 pts) and recent scoring (+4 pts).
| When | Tue, Nov 17 · 7:30 PM ET |
|---|---|
| Home | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Away | Washington Capitals |
Forecast
| WSH | TBL | |
|---|---|---|
| Win chance | 39% | 61% |
| Win in regulation | 29% | 49% |
| Expected goals | 0.90 | 1.32 |
22% chance the game goes past regulation, 7% that it reaches a shootout.
The teams
| Team | Record | Points | Projected | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Capitals | 10-7-0 | 20 | 92 | 42% |
| Tampa Bay Lightning | 13-4-2 | 28 | 108 | 89% |