Washington at Ottawa

Washington has won two in a row and is coming into this game off two days of rest. The Capitals are 39-19 against losing teams and have won five in a row when working on two days of rest. They're also 31-15 on the road versus teams that allow 29.5+ shots on goal per game. Ottawa has a losing record with one of the worst defenses in the NHL surrendering 4 goals per game on average. Last year, they were #22 in goals surrendered, plus #26 in shots on goal allowed. Washington has won 17 of the last 21 in this building, so back the rested visitors. Play Washington.