Washington Capitals Team Record, Trades, Team Analysis, and NHL Prediction 2024-25

This season surges with destiny as the Washington Capitals, led by Alex Ovechkin’s chase for Wayne Gretzky’s record, make a final push for Stanley Cup glory. Each game pulses with history in the making. Follow the Washington Capitals’ record, stats, and odds as they carve their path toward a legacy that could redefine their franchise.

Washington Capitals Record – Last Season Recap

Somehow, the Capitals managed to sneak into the playoffs. It was a short-lived trip as the Rangers swept them. But Washington overachieved as it was not expected to be a playoff team. The 2023-24 Washington Capitals’ standings went over several preseason NHL odds.

Final 2023-24 Record:

Washington finished 2023-24 with 91 points, 11 better than its 2022-23 campaign. The Capitals snagged the final playoff spot despite having the fifth-fewest goals with a -37 goal differential. Still, it cashed its NHL playoff odds and that’s what matters.

Top Performers:

Alex Ovechkin (who else?) led Washington in goals with 31. This put him at 853, which is second all-time and just 41 away from tying “The Great One”. Center Dylan Strome led the team in scoring with a career-high 67 points. Most notably, goaltender Charlie Lindgren carried the team to the playoffs as he notched 25 of the team’s 40 wins.

Washington Capitals Trades (Additions and Subtractions)

The Washington Capitals trades show the NHL that this team is not done contending. Washington acquired notable veterans for one last shot at a Stanley Cup.

Key Departures:

• F Max Pacioretty
• F Nicolas Aube-Kubel
• D Nick Jensen
• G Darcy Kuemper

Key Additions:

• F Pierre-Luc Dubois
• F Jakub Vrana
• F Andrew Mangiapane
• D Jakob Chychrun
• D Matt Roy
• G Logan Thompson

Despite the moves, the Washington Capitals’ odds are still bearish. The Eastern Conference is still highly competitive and Washington may be on the bubble again.

Capitals Prediction for the 2024-25 NHL Season

The 2024-25 Washington Capitals’ predictions are tough to call. The once-formidable contender could be slightly better or worse. Washington’s investments in defense and two-way play could pay dividends so consider this team a potential dark horse NHL pick.

Regular Season Wins Prediction

The sportsbook paid attention to the Capitals’ moves and lined the team with 89.5 points for the regular season. This is up from 85.5 points from last season but also below 94.5 from 2022-23. Washington will need to go over 90 points again to have a shot at the playoffs.

Playoff Chances

Washington’s NHL playoff odds lean toward ‘no’. But so did last season and it made several backers plenty of loot. The Capitals have a solid defense and if they can get just enough scoring, watch out.

Key Players to Watch

All eyes are on Ovechkin as he chases Gretzky’s goal record. “The Great Eight” needs 41 goals, which could be hard to score as he’s 39 years old. But we won’t count Ovechkin out. Connor McMichael is another one to watch as the 24-year-old could be due for a breakout season at center.

Coaching Analysis

Spencer Carbery enters his second season as Washington’s head coach. He’s turned Washington into a sound defensive team and will look to return this team to its contending ways.

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