Minnesota at Washington

A pair of outstanding offensive teams clash here. Minnesota is fourth in the NHL in goals scored, second in shooting percentage, and the defense is 19th in goals surrendered. Minnesota is off of a 3-1 win at Carolina last night and is 11-4 OVER the total when playing on no rest. The Wild are also 12-4 OVER when playing their third game in four nights. Washington is 12th in goals scored and 10th in shooting percentage. They come off of a 6-1 loss to Carolina and have allowed 17 goals over their last four contests. Washington is on a 12-2 run OVER the total and is 42-29 OVER versus teams that average 29.5+ shots on goal per game. Take the OVER.