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Capitals vs. Flames Prediction: Washington Predicted to Win Tuesday's NHL Matchup [1/28/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Washington Capitals vs Calgary Flames matchup.
The Calgary Flames and Washington Capitals will lock horns in the NHL at Scotiabank Saddledome on Tuesday, starting at 9:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Capitals as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Washington-Calgary game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Capitals with a win probability of 55%, compared to 45% for the Flames."
For a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Capitals vs. Flames predictions page.
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Caps vs. Flames Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's game between the Flames and Capitals at Scotiabank Saddledome is scheduled to begin at 9:00PM ET.
- Who: Washington Capitals vs. Calgary Flames
- Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
- Time: 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Tuesday's Capitals vs. Flames matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Washington vs. Calgary picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Capitals vs. Flames Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Capitals and Flames 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Capitals a 55% chance of beating the Flames.
According to our model, the Flames (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 52% chance of going over.
Capitals vs. Flames Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Capitals | Flames |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+180) | +1.5 (-210) |
| Moneyline | -142 | +120 |
| Total | o5.5 (-108) | u5.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Capitals vs. Flames Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Capitals vs. Flames matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Capitals vs. Flames Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Capitals vs. Flames?
According to our model, Washington's Alex Ovechkin is most likely to score the first goal in Capitals vs. Flames.
Our projections give Ovechkin a 5.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Saddledome, while the Capitals star is a 30.7% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex Ovechkin | 5.8% |
| Tom Wilson | 5.2% |
| Ethen Frank | 4.4% |
Calgary Flames
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 5.6% |
| Nazem Kadri | 5.5% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 5.1% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex Ovechkin | 30.7% |
| Tom Wilson | 26.4% |
| Pierre-Luc Dubois | 22.3% |
Calgary Flames
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 28.7% |
| Nazem Kadri | 28.1% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 26.1% |
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Conclusion
We predict the Capitals, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Flames on Tuesday.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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