How to Pick the Capitals vs. Flames Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 28

Published 12:39 pm Monday, January 27, 2025

Tuesday’s NHL slate includes a game between the Washington Capitals and the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome, with the puck dropping at 9:00 PM ET. Whether you’re wanting to make a single bet or plan to build a parlay, you’ll want to check out our picks and projections in the piece below.

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Capitals vs. Flames Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.8 goals)

  • This season, Washington and its opponent have combined to outscore Tuesday’s over/under of 5.5 goals 24 times.
  • There have been 23 Calgary games with over 5.5 goals this season.
  • The total for this game (5.5) is 0.7 less than the combined scoring averages for the Capitals (3.49) and Flames (2.69).
  • These two teams concede a combined 5.3 goals per game, 0.2 less than this one’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -149

  • The Capitals have been victorious in 18 of their 27 games when they were listed as a moneyline favorite this season (66.7%).
  • When playing with moneyline odds of -149 or shorter, Washington has compiled an 11-6 record (winning 64.7% of its games).
  • Based on the moneyline in this matchup, the Capitals’ implied win probability is 59.8%.

Flames Moneyline: +124

  • Calgary has 11 wins when playing as the moneyline underdog this season (which has happened 31 times).
  • The Flames have seven wins in games when their moneyline odds are +124 or longer (in 20 such games).
  • Calgary has a 44.6% implied probability to win this game.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, Calgary 3

Capitals Points Leaders

  • Dylan Strome is one of Washington’s leading contributors this season with 46 points. He has averaged 0.2 goals per game, shooting 14.3%.
  • With 20 goals and 21 assists, Aliaksei Protas is one of the most important offensive options for Washington with his 41 points (0.8 per game).
  • With 39 points through 49 games (10 goals and 29 assists), Pierre-Luc Dubois has been an important part of Washington’s offensive efforts this season.
  • In 27 games played this season, Logan Thompson (22-2-3) has allowed 56 goals.

Flames Points Leaders

  • Jonathan Huberdeau is a key offensive option for Calgary, with 36 points this season. He has put up 19 goals and 17 assists in 48 games.
  • Nazem Kadri is a top scorer for Calgary, with 34 total points this season. He has scored 16 goals and provided 18 assists in 48 games.
  • Calgary’s Blake Coleman has 26 points (10 goals, 16 assists) this season.
  • Dustin Wolf’s record stands at 18-7-2 on the season, allowing 69 goals (2.5 goals against average) and compiling 751 saves with a .916 save percentage (seventh-best in the league).

Capitals’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/21/2025 Oilers W 3-2 Away +128
1/23/2025 Kraken W 3-0 Away -139
1/25/2025 Canucks L 2-1 Away -125
1/28/2025 Flames Away -149
1/30/2025 Senators Away
2/1/2025 Jets Home
2/4/2025 Panthers Home

Flames’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/23/2025 Sabres W 5-2 Home -140
1/25/2025 Wild W 5-4 Away +123
1/26/2025 Jets L 5-2 Away +204
1/28/2025 Capitals Home +124
1/30/2025 Ducks Home
2/1/2025 Red Wings Home
2/2/2025 Kraken Away

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Washington vs. Calgary Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
  • Time: 9:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Calgary, Alberta
  • Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome

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