Capitals Dominate NHL Standings; Panthers Shine as Road Underdogs

December 20, 2024
Capitals Dominate NHL Standings; Panthers Shine as Road Underdogs
  • In eighth place, the Florida Panthers excel as underdogs, winning 80% of their road underdog games.

  • The Toronto Maple Leafs, ranked ninth, boast a dominant home record with a 76.5% win rate as favorites, often hitting the under mark in their games.

  • The Edmonton Oilers, positioned 11th, have shown recent improvement against the spread, winning by at least two goals in four of their last five games.

  • The Tampa Bay Lightning, ranked 12th, perform well as home favorites but struggle against division rivals.

  • As the NHL approaches a holiday break with no games scheduled from December 24-26, teams are reflecting on their performances and betting trends from the 2024-25 season.

  • The Winnipeg Jets, with a points percentage of 69.12%, have seen a decline in road success, recording a 5-7 record since mid-November.

  • The Pittsburgh Penguins, ranked 20th, have struggled against division opponents, managing only one win against rivals and a poor record against the spread.

  • At the bottom of the rankings, the Chicago Blackhawks and Nashville Predators are struggling, with the Predators finding it difficult to win but often covering the spread.

  • The Washington Capitals lead the NHL with a points percentage of 70.97%, demonstrating exceptional performance as underdogs both at home and on the road.

  • Following closely, the New Jersey Devils rank third with a 64.29% points percentage, showcasing impressive road performances as both favorites and underdogs.

  • The Carolina Hurricanes, ranked sixth, are recognized for their strong defensive play and a notable tendency to hit the under in games set at 6.5 goals.

  • The Vegas Golden Knights hold the fifth position with a 70.31% points percentage, maintaining a strong home record even without key players contributing.

  • The Los Angeles Kings, sitting seventh, highlight the importance of key player performances, winning 15 of 24 games when captain Anze Kopitar scores.

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