How to Pick the Capitals vs. Kraken Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 23
Published 12:42 pm Wednesday, January 22, 2025
There are lots of betting options to consider for the upcoming matchup that has the Washington Capitals matching up with the Seattle Kraken at 10:00 PM ET on Thursday, January 23. To get you ready to place a bet or put together a parlay, see our best bets and predictions below.
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Capitals vs. Kraken Picks
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Total Pick
Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 6.1 goals)
- This season, Washington and its opponent have combined to outscore Thursday’s total of 5.5 goals 24 times.
- There have been 28 Seattle games with over 5.5 goals this season.
- These two teams combine for 6.5 goals per game, 1.01 more than the over/under for this contest.
- These two teams are conceding a combined 5.6 goals per game, 0.1 more than this contest’s over/under.
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Moneyline Pick
Capitals Moneyline: -148
- The Capitals have won 68.0% of their games when favored on the moneyline this season (17-8).
- In games it has played with moneyline odds of -148 or shorter, Washington is 12-7 (winning 63.2% of the time).
- The Capitals’ implied moneyline win probability is 59.7% in this contest.
Kraken Moneyline: +124
- Seattle has secured an upset victory 13 times when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (in 33 games as the underdog).
- The Kraken have five wins in games when their moneyline odds are +124 or longer (in 20 such games).
- Seattle’s moneyline gives it an implied probability of 44.6% to win this game.
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Score Prediction
Prediction:
Washington 4, Seattle 3
Capitals Points Leaders
- Dylan Strome has been imperative to Washington’s offense this season, racking up 46 points in 47 games.
- Aliaksei Protas has 19 goals and 20 assists for Washington to compile 39 total points (0.8 per game).
- Washington’s offensive effort is aided by Pierre-Luc Dubois’ 39 points. He’s contributed 29 assists.
- In 27 games played this season, Logan Thompson (22-2-3) has given up 56 goals.
Kraken Points Leaders
- Jared McCann is a top offensive contributor for his club with 36 points (0.8 per game). He has scored 14 goals and 22 assists in 48 games (playing 17:38 per game).
- Jaden Schwartz’s 33 points this season, including 16 goals and 17 assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Seattle.
- Chandler Stephenson has scored eight goals and contributed 25 assists for Seattle, giving him a point total of 33.
- Seattle’s Joey Daccord is 16-10-2 this season, collecting 763 saves and giving up 72 goals (2.5 goals against average) with a .914 save percentage (10th-best in the league).
Capitals’ Schedule
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| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2025 | Senators | W 1-0 | Away | -111 |
| 1/18/2025 | Penguins | W 4-1 | Home | -190 |
| 1/21/2025 | Oilers | W 3-2 | Away | +128 |
| 1/23/2025 | Kraken | – | Away | -148 |
| 1/25/2025 | Canucks | – | Away | – |
| 1/28/2025 | Flames | – | Away | – |
| 1/30/2025 | Senators | – | Away | – |
Kraken’s Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2025 | Jets | L 2-1 | Away | +183 |
| 1/18/2025 | Kings | W 4-2 | Home | +130 |
| 1/20/2025 | Sabres | W 6-4 | Home | -124 |
| 1/23/2025 | Capitals | – | Home | +124 |
| 1/25/2025 | Penguins | – | Home | – |
| 1/27/2025 | Oilers | – | Away | – |
| 1/28/2025 | Ducks | – | Home | – |
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Washington vs. Seattle Game Info
- Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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- Location: Seattle, Washington
- Venue: Climate Pledge Arena
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