For those wanting to bet on the upcoming matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Washington Capitals on Thursday at 7:00 PM ET, is Oskar Back a player who is a good bet to light the lamp? We analyze all the numbers in the article below.

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Will Oskar Back score a goal against the Capitals?

Odds to score a goal this game: +900 (Bet $10 to win $90.00 if he scores a goal)

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Back stats and insights

• Back is yet to score through four games this season.
• This is his first matchup of the season versus the Capitals.
• Back has zero points on the power play.

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Capitals defensive stats

• The Capitals have conceded seven goals in total (3.5 per game), the sixth-fewest allowed in the NHL.
• So far this season, the Capitals have not secured a shutout victory. Their skaters are averaging 22 hits and 15.5 blocked shots per game.

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Stars vs. Capitals game info

• Game Day: Thursday, October 17, 2024
• Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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