Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun is having the best offensive season of his career, already setting a new high in points with plenty of games to go.
He's feasted on lesser defensive teams all season, and my Bruins vs. Capitals predictions expect that to be the case again this afternoon.
Let’s break down my NHL picks for Saturday, March 14.
Bruins vs Capitals prediction
Bruins vs Capitals best bet: Jakob Chychrun Over 0.5 points (-135)
Jakob Chychrun has hit the scoresheet in 19 of 26 games (73%) against Bottom 12 teams in points allowed to defensemen, including both matchups with the Boston Bruins.
His numbers are even better on home soil, with points in 12 of 14 such matchups — averaging a remarkable 1.4 points per game.
The 27-year-old also stands to benefit from John Carlson's departure. He's served as the clear No. 1 offensive defenseman without Carlson, generating shots at a higher clip while picking up points in eight of 12 games.
Chychrun has registered a point in five of six home dates without the Washington Capitals legend.
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Connor McMichael has averaged 2.6 shots on goal per game and generated at least two shots in 14 of 17 home dates against Bottom 16 shot-suppression teams. He recorded three shots on eight attempts when facing the Boston Bruins on home soil back in October.
Charlie McAvoy is averaging 2.2 blocks on the road while recording at least two in 65% of his games. The Capitals are Top 10 in shot attempts per game at home, so there should be plenty of opportunities to jump in front of pucks.
Bruins vs Capitals SGP
- Jakob Chychrun Over 0.5 points
- Connor McMichael Over 1.5 shots
- Charlie McAvoy Over 1.5 blocked shots
Bruins vs Capitals odds
- Moneyline: Bruins +115 | Capitals -135
- Puck Line: Bruins +1.5 (-210) | Capitals -1.5 (+170)
- Over/Under: Over 6.5 (+115) | Under 6.5 (-125)
Bruins vs Capitals trend
Jakob Chychrun has points in eight of his last 10 home dates. Find more NHL betting trends for Bruins vs. Capitals.
How to watch Bruins vs Capitals
| Location | Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C. |
| Date | Saturday, March 14, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 3:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | ABC |
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