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

Published 12:46 pm Monday, January 27, 2025

Tuesday’s game that pits the Washington Capitals versus the Calgary Flames, which starts at 9:00 PM ET, includes plenty of betting possibilities. Below, we go over the best bets for this matchup, so take a peek before making any wagers.

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Capitals vs. Flames Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.8 goals)

  • Washington and its opponent have combined for more than Tuesday’s total of 5.5 goals 24 times this season.
  • This season, 23 of Calgary’s games have featured more than 5.5 goals.
  • 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: -148

  • The Capitals are 18-9 when favored on the moneyline this season.
  • When playing with moneyline odds of -148 or shorter, Washington is 12-7 (winning 63.2% of the time).
  • The implied moneyline probability for this game says the Capitals have a 59.7% chance to win.

Flames Moneyline: +124

  • Calgary has 11 wins when playing as the underdog on the moneyline 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’s implied probability to win this game is 44.6% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, Calgary 3

Capitals Points Leaders

  • Dylan Strome has been critical to Washington’s offense this season, racking up 46 points in 49 games.
  • Aliaksei Protas has 41 points (20 goals, 21 assists) to add to the team’s offensive efforts.
  • Washington’s offensive effort is aided by Pierre-Luc Dubois’ 41 points. He’s contributed 29 assists.
  • As Washington’s top goalie, Logan Thompson has recorded 22 wins and 2 losses this season while giving up 56 goals with 694 saves.

Flames Points Leaders

  • Jonathan Huberdeau’s 19 goals and 17 assists in 48 contests give him 36 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • Calgary’s Nazem Kadri has racked up 34 total points (0.7 per game), with 16 goals and 18 assists.
  • Calgary’s Blake Coleman has 26 points, courtesy of 10 goals (fifth on team) and 16 assists (fourth).
  • Dustin Wolf’s record stands at 18-7-2 on the season, giving up 69 goals (2.5 goals against average) and amassing 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 -148
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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