- Matchup: Washington Capitals vs Anaheim Ducks
- Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
- Venue: Honda Center, Anaheim, CA
- Broadcast: Victory+
- Betting Odds: Capitals (-128) Ducks (+106)
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The Anaheim Ducks (16-10-1) will host the Washington Capitals (17-9-2) at the Honda Center this Friday. The current odds place the Capitals at -128, with the Ducks at +106. The game total has been established at 6.5 goals.
In their latest game, the Washington Capitals secured an impressive 7-1 victory over the Sharks. The matchup showcased an outstanding offensive performance, with the Capitals converting 7 of their 30 shots. Additionally, they capitalized on one out of two power play opportunities. In terms of penalties, Washington incurred 10 minutes during the match.
So far this season, Washington’s opponents have drawn 85 power play chances (ranking them 9th in the NHL) and have scored 23 goals during those situations. The Capitals have faced 720 shots against, maintaining a save percentage of .904. With 828 shot attempts, their shooting percentage stands at 11.8%. While at even strength, the Capitals have permitted 46 goals against while tallying 84 goals on offense. The team’s power play has also been effective, scoring 14 out of 81 opportunities, resulting in a success rate of 17.28%. This season, the Capitals have accrued 36 points, boasting a points percentage of .643, with a remarkable total of 98 goals scored (2nd in the NHL), while allowing 69 goals against.
In goal for the matchup will be Logan Thompson. Throughout his career, Thompson has achieved 97 quality starts, with a quality start percentage of .622. His career save percentage is .912, and he has spent 7,784 minutes on the ice. Facing 4,628 shots, he has made 4,222 saves, allowing 406 goals against for a goals against average of 2.60. Thompson’s overall record stands at 99-44-18, with 156 starts in his professional career, having played in 165 NHL games to date.
In their last outing, the Anaheim Ducks faced off against the Mammoth, suffering a heavy 7-0 loss. They had three opportunities on the power play but failed to score, managing just 27 shots on goal without finding the back of the net.
The Ducks have registered 812 shots (ranking 7th in the NHL) with a shooting percentage of 11.58%, while conceding 792 shots against. Their penalty kill is currently at 75.00%, defending against 92 power play opportunities. Anaheim’s overall save percentage is at 88.5%. They have had 91 power play chances this season, translating to an 18.68% success rate. The Ducks have scored 77 goals at even strength and 17 goals on the power play, ranking 12th in the league. Overall, they have allowed a total of 91 goals against—68 at even strength and 23 while shorthanded. For the season, the Anaheim Ducks have recorded 94 goals, earning 33 points and achieving a points percentage of .611.
Opposing him will be Ville Husso in goal. His opposition averages 2.99 goals per game, contributing to his total of 413 goals allowed in his career. Husso has a quality start rate of 50.0%, having recorded 69 quality starts in the NHL. He has been in the net for 138 games, with a cumulative playtime of 7,685 minutes. His career record is 71-46-19, having participated in 145 matches, and he boasts 3,778 saves out of 4,191 shots faced, resulting in a save percentage of .901.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NHL clash? Will it be against the spread or on the moneyline?
Prediction: Choose Washington (-128)
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