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 make your wager on FanDuel Sportsbook, we've got you covered with all the latest NHL betting insights.

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 Capitals are 1.5-goal underdogs against the Lightning. The Capitals are -152 to cover the spread, and the Lightning are +124.

Lightning vs Capitals Over/Under

• The over/under for the Lightning versus Capitals matchup on Oct. 3 has been set at 6.5, with -105 odds on the over and -115 odds on the under.

Lightning vs Capitals Moneyline

• Tampa Bay is a -200 favorite on the moneyline, while Washington is a +164 underdog on the road.

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