This weekend will mark the end of the NHL regular season, and with the majority of the playoff spots already booked, it’s likely that we will see a lot of 3rd and 4th line players getting extra ice time over the weekend. This is probably particularly true with the Washington Capitals, as they have already clinched the President’s Trophy for having the best record in the league. Given that they have had very limited success in the postseason over the past few years, I really don’t see the risking any of their key players getting hurt in a game that means nothing. They will be on the road to face the Boston Bruins, who have also booked their spot in the postseason. The thing with the Bruins is that they can still catch the Ottawa Senators and move up in the standings, which may well mean a more favorable match-up in the opening round. Expect Boston to have all their major players available for this one. Find out more about the latest NHL betting odds here.
