Lightning vs Capitals NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Oct. 3

In NHL action on Saturday, the Tampa Bay Lightning play the Washington Capitals.

Before you place your bet on this matchup at FanDuel Sportsbook, here are the NHL moneyline insights you need to know.

Lightning vs Capitals Game Info

• Tampa Bay Lightning (0-1) vs. Washington Capitals (1-0)
• Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
• Time: 7 p.m. ET
• Venue: Benchmark International Arena -- Tampa, Florida
• Coverage: ESPN+

Lightning vs Capitals Odds

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Lightning vs Capitals Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Lightning win (76.4%)

Lightning vs Capitals Puck Line

• The Lightning are favored by 1.5 goals against the Capitals. The Lightning are +142 to cover the spread, while the Capitals are -172.

Lightning vs Capitals Over/Under

• A combined goal total of 6.5 has been set for Lightning-Capitals on Oct. 3, with the over at +104 and the under at -128.

Lightning vs Capitals Moneyline

• Looking at the moneyline for Lightning-Capitals, Tampa Bay is the favorite at -170, and Washington is +140 playing on the road.

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