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Blue Jackets vs. Capitals Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 14)
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- When: Tuesday, April 14, 2026. 7:00 PM ET
- Where: Nationwide Arena, Columbus
- How to Watch: ESPN+
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Washington Capitals Preview
An interesting showdown in the final week of the NHL regular season is set for April 14, as rivals in the Metropolitan Division collide. The Columbus Blue Jackets will have home advantage, as they face a Capitals side that have recorded wins in each of their last three.
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Columbus Blue Jackets Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 40-29-12
- Home Record: 20-12-8
- Road Record: 20-17-4
- Top Goal Scorer: Kirill Marchenko (25)
The 2025-26 season has ultimately ended in disappointment for the Columbus Blue Jackets, as they have missed out on a playoff berth for the sixth straight year. But, positives can be taken from their largely consistent form throughout the campaign.
Although, it is worth noting that their consistency has evaded them in recent weeks, losing seven of their last ten in regulation, and winning just twice over the same period. Last time out, the Blue Jackets were beaten 3-2 on home ice by the Boston Bruins.
Injury News:
Mathieu Oliver (Doubtful) Dmitri Voronkov (Doubtful)
Washington Capitals Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 42-30-9
- Home Record: 25-11-5
- Road Record: 17-19-4
- Top Goal Scorer: Alexander Ovechkin
Despite a valiant effort in the final weeks of the season, the Washington Capitals exited playoff contention in their latest round of games. This means that the Caps will miss out on the post-season for the first time since the 2022-23 season.
However, the Caps bring reliable form into this round of games, winning seven of their last ten, which includes three victories on the bounce. They were dominant in their latest outing, as they registered an emphatic 3-0 home win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Connor McMichael was a standout performer, scoring twice and adding one assist.
Injury News:
Charlie Lindgren (Doubtful) Rasmus Sandin (Doubtful)
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Washington Capitals Picks
There will be disappointment within both camps after missing out on the playoffs. However, the Caps bring winning form to the table on Tuesday, and they could be good value to register a fourth straight win.
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