Washington Capitals vs Los Angeles Kings Prediction & Picks, October 20, 2026

The Washington Capitals have been on a nice run, winning seven of their last ten games, but the Los Angeles Kings have shown they can compete well too. With both teams pretty close in skill, it's going to come down to who can handle the pressure late in the game. Betting on the Kings to win the third period makes sense here, especially at good odds. They have some players who can score when it counts, and they might catch the Capitals off guard. The biggest risk is that both teams are evenly matched, so it could go either way.

Washington Capitals vs Los Angeles Kings: Los Angeles Kings 2nd Period Moneyline (+130)

The Washington Capitals have been on a solid run, winning 7 of their last 10 games, but the Los Angeles Kings can pose a real problem with their strong lineup. This matchup is tight, and the Kings have the chance to surprise, especially with some of their players getting into the swing of things. They have a mix of experienced and newer skaters, which could help them find the net. Betting on the Kings to win the second period feels like a good call here at nice odds. The game is expected to be close, so there's a chance it could go either way. A key risk is that some Kings players haven't played many games together, which could lead to some miscommunication on the ice. Still, this could be an exciting moment for them to shine.

Washington Capitals vs Los Angeles Kings: Los Angeles Kings +0.5 3rd Period Puck Line (-154)

The Washington Capitals have been hot lately, winning seven out of their last ten games. However, the Los Angeles Kings are coming in with some momentum too, and they'll be looking to make an impact. With the Kings needing to step up, this might be the perfect chance for them to keep it close in the third period. Betting on the Kings to stay within half a goal in the third period feels like a solid choice. They have some players who are still finding their groove, but the Capitals can be vulnerable at times. The risk here is that the Kings have some newer guys who haven't played much, so they could struggle late in the game. Overall, it's a good chance for the Kings to show they can hang tough.

Washington Capitals vs Los Angeles Kings: Darcy Kuemper Under 25.5 Saves (-114)

For the Capitals to win tonight, Darcy Kuemper needs to keep the Kings' shots below 26. This is quite doable since the Capitals have been strong lately, winning 7 of their last 10 games. With their recent form, they should pressure the Kings, limiting their scoring chances. The Kings have some players who are still finding their footing, with a handful not even hitting ten games this season. This could lead to fewer shots on goal. Kuemper has a good chance to stay under 25.5 saves based on our numbers, but keep in mind that if the Kings find their rhythm, he might face more shots than expected.

Washington Capitals vs Los Angeles Kings: Martin Fehervary Over 1.5 Blocked Shots (-185)

The odds for Martin Fehervary to record over 1.5 blocked shots are looking good at -185. The Washington Capitals have been solid lately, winning 7 of their last 10 games. They play well at home, and with their defensive strategy, Fehervary is likely to get his chances to make those blocked shots. The Los Angeles Kings have a few players who haven't spent much time on the ice this season, which could mean more opportunities for the Capitals to step up defensively. One risk here is that the Kings might come out strong and limit shot attempts, but Fehervary's role on the team suggests he'll still be in the mix for those blocks. Let's see how it goes!

Washington Capitals vs Los Angeles Kings: Logan Thompson Over 32.5 Saves (+550)

Logan Thompson is set to face the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena, where they have been scoring well lately, winning 7 of their last 10 games. This means Thompson could see a lot of shots coming his way, which is good for our bet of him making over 32.5 saves. With the Capitals firing on all cylinders, he'll need to be sharp to keep them at bay. One thing to keep in mind is that both teams have players who shoot from different sides, but the Capitals have a stronger goal-scoring record this season. That might make it tough for Thompson, especially since he might not have faced many games against teams scoring as well as Washington. Still, if he steps up, he could definitely hit that saves number.

That is the full board for this game. Prices can move before you get on, so check the board at your bookmaker. Bet what you can afford to lose. If betting stops being fun, take a break.