Washington Capitals vs Pittsburgh Penguins Picks and Prediction for Thursday November 6, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 11/06/2025, 12:15 AM ET

Washington vs Pittsburgh Information

The Washington Capitals will be on the road Thursday night for a game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Washington has fared well this season, with seven wins through 13 games played, following its game against Saint Louis on Wednesday night. The Pittsburgh Penguins return home Thursday night with eight wins through 12 games played, having dropped three of the last four, including two in a row, after a one-goal loss to Toronto on the road. Stay in the news with our NHL Picks.

Washington Capitals Preview

The Washington offense has been lackluster thus far this season, averaging 2.58 goals per game on 29 shots. The Washington defense has been the team's biggest strength this season, allowing 2.33 goals on 25.3 shots per game, but the team has allowed 15 goals over its last four losses. Tom Wilson is the offensive leader this season for Washington with 13 points and six goals overall. John Carlson, Jakob Chycurn, and Alex Ovechkin are all tied for fourth on the team with seven points apiece. Dylan Strome is second on the roster with 11 points and eight assists this season.

Pittsburgh Penguins Preview

Offensively, Pittsburgh is one of the better teams in the NHL, averaging 3.5 goals on 27.4 shots. Defensively, Pittsburgh has held its own, allowing 2.71 goals on 30.1 shots per game, but has given up an average of 4.5 goals per game during its two-game losing streak. Evgeni Malkin leads the Pittsburgh office this season with 19 points and 16 assists. Sydney Crosby is second roster with 17 points and leads the team with nine goals this season. Justin Brazeau has been stout this season as well, with 12 points good enough for 3rd on the roster.

Washington vs Pittsburgh Prediction

Pittsburgh is the better team in this matchup, and it will show from the opening minutes Thursday night. The Penguins have a stout offense that will overwhelm a mediocre Washington team in this matchup. Take Pittsburgh Thursday night to do the job as they get the win at home to end their recent skid. Final Score Prediction, Pittsburgh Penguins win 4-1.

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