Washington vs Winnipeg: prediction for the NHL game
On December 24, Washington will host Winnipeg for the NHL clash. Hosts won the previous head-to-head game, who will get a victory this time? The answer is in our prediction.

Command Analysis

Washington Capitals

Washington finally started to achieve positive results. Team had a terrible start of the season, but now things are getting better, despite some injury concerns. T.J. Oshie briefly returned to the line-up, but a few days ago he got injuried again.
Despite his absence, the Capitals secured home victories over Toronto (5:2) and Detroit (4:3 OT). Second period is the best time for Peter Laviolette's lads, they rarely leave the middle period without a goal.

Winnipeg Jets

Winnipeg team lies 3rd in the Western conference standings. Team has the ability to dethrone the leading Vegas, if Jets will be able to launch a winning streak. Bowness' men secured victories in four of five latest matches.
After a narrow defeat to Seattle (2:3) team crushed Ottawa (5:1). The Jets are more active on the offense, when they are away from home, but their defensive game is better in home matches.
Trends
СтавкаWashington: IT over 2,5 goals
Winnipeg allow no less than three goals on away matches

Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
This bet played in four of five latest matches of the hosts

Tip and bets
Both Washington and Winnipeg played a game yesterday. But Winnipeg had a long flight to Washington, so hosts surely had more time to rest and prepare for the match. Capitals should be able to secure a victory, plus they already beat the Jets once in the current season.
Our prediction - Washington to win
We are expecting six or more goals in this game. Washington had no problems with scoring in recent matches, while Winnipeg tend to play more aggressively in away matches.
Our second bet is on total over 5.5 goals