Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction: The Hurricanes on the road have nothing to show

Prediction for the NHL Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes match will occur on December 21. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Washington has not played its best in their last two away games. The Capitals were outplayed by Dallas in the first game, losing 3:1, and by Chicago in the second, losing 2:1. These two defeats cost the Capitals the lead in the Eastern Conference standings. As a result, Washington dropped to second place, overtaking New Jersey. With just one point separating the teams, Spencer Carbery's wards have plenty of time to get back on track.

Rod Brind'Amour's men can be pleased with their performance in the home series. Carolina has taken six points from their last four games, losing only to Ottawa 3:0, but the Senators have been extremely fortunate. The Hurricanes had no trouble against their other opponents, beating San Jose 3:2, Columbus 4:1, and the Islanders 4:0. The Hurricanes are now fighting for a top-three finish in the East, with 41 points in total.

Bookmakers have Carolina winning this one, but we prefer Washington. The Capitals will be keen to end a bad run after two road losses. The Hurricanes on the road have nothing to show for their efforts. They have lost their last four games, giving up an average of five pucks.