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 |
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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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