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Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | (5) Washington Capitals at (6) Pittsburgh Penguins: Moneyline | 3:07pm EDT - Apr 11/2026 |
The PLAY: Pittsburgh Penguins -128
This will be the 100th time that Crosby and Ovechkin will have faced each other, the 75th meeting in the regular season. In the previous 74 regular season games, Crosby has 97 points (35 goals, 62 assists) for 97 points while Ovechkin has 70 points (38 goals, 32 assists). The Penguins are 43-27-4 in those 74 regular-season meetings. Washington is 31-33-10.
Ovechkin said this of the rivalry: "It's history, what we have for 20 years, playing against each other. I think the whole situation around Ovi and Sid was big time."
The teams will play again Sunday, at Washington. By then, it may be too late for the Capitals. The Penguins have clinched a playoff spot while Washington's chances are hanging by a thread. The Penguins are playing their best hockey and their offense is clicking on all cylinders. They've won three straight and five of six. In all five of those victories, they scored at least five goals. They scored nine goals in one of the wins and eight in another. Don't expect them to "take it easy" on the Caps. Pens keep rolling.
Consultant Bio
When industry insiders need a big win, many turn to Ben Burns. Known for consistently delivering on his biggest plays, Ben's reputation is legendary, making him the most popular handicapper in Covers history. With numerous documented #1 titles, he's proven his expertise time and time again. Beyond sports handicapping, he's also secured multiple DFS prizes of $300K or more.
Ben is a firm believer in hard work, dedicating long hours alongside a committed team. He handicaps all major North American sports, utilizing a wide range of strategies to gain an edge. His O/U selections are internationally recognized, and on most days, he releases 2-5 plays.