Washington Capitals vs Florida Panthers Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 12/29/25

The Washington Capitals and Florida Panthers hit the ice to kick off a new week in the NHL. Both have put up similar records, and sit in fourth place within their respective division. This is a major game, and to get you set for the action, here is our Capitals vs. Panthers prediction.

I think both teams have an excellent shot at winning this game, as they have each shown strength throughout the season. One of their respective strengths has been offense. The Capitals currently have the seventh-best goals per game average (3.18), while the Panthers have an almost-identical rate of 3.16. Washington’s seventh-worst penalty kill will also be featured in this game, which could add to the goal totals. There are many big-name players hitting the ice in this game like Alex Ovechkin, Brad Marchand, and Sam Reinhart, among two rosters that should be full of energy. In what will be a tight game that either could win, I expect many goals to be scored. Take the over 5.5 for our Capitals vs. Panthers prediction.

Capitals vs. Panthers prediction: Over 5.5 (-120) available at time of publishing. Playable at that total to (-150).

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