Detroit Red Wings vs Washington Capitals Prediction, Picks & Odds | 18 Mar 2025

We’re Confident Caps Can Seal the Win

The -116 about the Capitals looks really attractive when it comes to the 3-Way Moneyline. We think the Red Wings can be beaten in regulation time, so this is our betting prediction.

Caps Won When They Last Played Red Wings

Detroit Red Wings have lost four straight road games. Their most recent appearance was a 3-0 home win over Vegas Golden Knights at Little Caesars Arena. Lucas Raymond, Albert Johansson and Marco Kasper scored one goal each. For the shutout, Petr Mrazek made 18 saves.

Washington Capitals have now achieved three straight home wins. In their last game, they won on the road at SAP Center at San Jose when beating San Jose Sharks 5-1. The goals were shared around between five players including Dylan Strome. Goalie Logan Thompson made 19 saves (.950).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Caps had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. At Capital One Arena, they recorded a 5-2 win over the Red Wings. In the past 10 H2H meetings, the Caps have won six.

Starting Goalies

Petr Mrazek (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	2-0-0	5.6	.831	0
23/24	18-31-4	3.05	.907	1

Logan Thompson (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	5-1-0	1.5	.938	0
23/24	25-14-3	2.7	.908	1

3 wins and 7 losses, averaging 2.6 goals from 30.8 shots on goal, with a 14.3% powerplay efficiency. The Red Wings have given up 3.2 goals from 25.1 shots, averaging 3.2 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 81.3%.

Patrick Kane is the top points scorer with 11 points, 3 goals and 8 assists, with Alex DeBrincat recording 9 points, 5 goals and 4 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Cam Talbot have a 3.47 goal against average with a .863 save percentage.

The Caps have 6 wins and 4 losses, averaging 3.2 goals from 27.7 shots on goal, with a 7.1% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.9 goals from 24.4 shots, averaging 4.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 89.4%.

The top points scorer is Pierre-Luc Dubois with 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists, while Tom Wilson is next in line after registering 11 points, 3 goals and 8 assists. Goalie Logan Thompson have a 2.67 GAA with a .892 SV%.

Detroit Red Wings vs Washington Capitals Prediction & Picks

Game Prediction

The pick is that Washington Capitals will outscore their opponents in 60 minutes, with odds of -116 currently available that they win this NHL game. That looks a price worth taking on this value selection.

We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the most important player and goalie stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Red Wings vs Capitals stats:

• Capitals have won 4 of their last 5 games.
• Capitals have won 13 of their last 20 games at home.
• Capitals have won 3 consecutive games at home.
• Red Wings have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Red Wings have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Red Wings have lost their last 4 games on the road.
• Capitals have won 6 of their last 10 games against Red Wings.

Caps 3-Way Moneyline Probability

According to the sportsbooks, our pick has a 53.8% chance of winning. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

If you can correctly predict that Washington will win along with the number of goals, then you are able to combine the two picks by going down the Match Winner & Total Goals route.

Best Bet

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Vladimir Tarasenko Over 1.5 Shots -118

Vladimir Tarasenko (Red Wings) has had Over 1.5 shots on goal in 5 straight games on the road. Out of all the prop bets available, we’re going to take the -118 when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager.

Latest Vladimir Tarasenko Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+390

First

+1900

Shots on Goal

Over 1.5

-118

Under 1.5

-110

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Correct Score Prediction

Red Wings 2 - 3 Capitals

Our correct score prediction is a 3-2 win for the Capitals which is available at odds of +850. We think they’ll achieve victory and this is a way of getting bigger odds and more excitement.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Red Wings

Capitals

1-0

Red Wings

+5500

Capitals

+5500

2-0

Red Wings

+5500

Capitals

+4500

2-1

Red Wings

+1600

Capitals

+1400

3-0

Red Wings

+4000

Capitals

+2900

3-1

Red Wings

+2200

Capitals

+1600

3-2

Red Wings

+950

Capitals

+850

4-0

Red Wings

+5500

Capitals

+2800

4-1

Red Wings

+2200

Capitals

+1300

4-2

Red Wings

+1900

Capitals

+1300

4-3

Red Wings

+1150

Capitals

+1000

5-0

Red Wings

+10000

Capitals

+5000

5-1

Red Wings

+4000

Capitals

+1700

5-2

Red Wings

+2200

Capitals

+1400

5-3

Red Wings

+2800

Capitals

+2000

5-4

Red Wings

+2200

Capitals

+1900

6-0

Red Wings

+2200

Capitals

+7500

6-1

Red Wings

+9000

Capitals

+4000

6-2

Red Wings

+4500

Capitals

+2000

6-3

Red Wings

+4000

Capitals

+2500

6-4

Red Wings

+5500

Capitals

+4000

6-5

Red Wings

+5000

Capitals

+4500

7-0

Red Wings

+5000

Capitals

+11000

7-1

Red Wings

+5000

Capitals

+7000

7-2

Red Wings

+12000

Capitals

+5500

7-3

Red Wings

+8000

Capitals

+4000

7-4

Red Wings

+8000

Capitals

+5500

7-5

Red Wings

+12000

Capitals

+9000

7-6

Red Wings

+12000

Capitals

+11000

8-1

Red Wings

+12000

Capitals

+11000

8-2

Red Wings

+12000

Capitals

+10000

8-3

Red Wings

+12000

Capitals

+10000

8-4

Red Wings

+15000

Capitals

+9000

8-5

Red Wings

+15000

Capitals

+12500

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Detroit Red Wings vs Washington Capitals Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Books Expecting a Caps Victory

Sportsbooks’ favorites Washington Capitals are regarded as likeliest victors for this game and the -172 about them triumphing means a 63% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. At +142, Detroit Red Wings are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 6.5. A Totals wager is always available and can often provide value selections. If you’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are +104.

Favorites Caps are available at -140 to bag the first goal. Alternatively, you can secure odds of -100 that the Red Wings light the lamp before their opponents.

The good news is that you can access hundreds of team props and game lines for every National Hockey League clash. The betting sites have a huge range of pre-game and in-game wagering options.

Moneyline

Red Wings

+142

Capitals

-172

3-Way Moneyline

Red Wings

+230

Tie

+335

Capitals

-109

Puck Line

Red Wings +1.5

-169

Capitals -1.5

+138

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-128

Over 6.5

+104

Alex Ovechkin Favorite to Light the Lamp First

You will find Alex Ovechkin at +700 to be First Goalscorer which makes him the favorite. There’s the chance to get +108 that he finds the net at anytime.

Player Goals

Alex Ovechkin (Capitals)

First

+108

Anytime

+700

Dylan Larkin (Red Wings)

First

+165

Anytime

+1000

Alex DeBrincat (Red Wings)

First

+180

Anytime

+1050

Tom Wilson (Capitals)

First

+200

Anytime

+1150

Lucas Raymond (Red Wings)

First

+215

Anytime

+1200

Connor McMichael (Capitals)

First

+240

Anytime

+1300

Patrick Kane (Red Wings)

First

+250

Anytime

+1400

Alexei Protas (Capitals)

First

+260

Anytime

+1400

Pierre-Luc Dubois (Capitals)

First

+280

Anytime

+1500

Dylan Strome (Capitals)

First

+280

Anytime

+1500

Ethen Frank (Capitals)

First

+350

Anytime

+1800

Andrew Mangiapane (Capitals)

First

+350

Anytime

+1800

Marco Kasper (Red Wings)

First

+360

Anytime

+1800

Hendrix Lapierre (Capitals)

First

+380

Anytime

+1900

Vladimir Tarasenko (Red Wings)

First

+390

Anytime

+1900

Jonatan Berggren (Red Wings)

First

+420

Anytime

+2000

JT Compher (Red Wings)

First

+420

Anytime

+2000

Ivan Miroshnichenko (Capitals)

First

+420

Anytime

+2000

Lars Eller (Capitals)

First

+420

Anytime

+2000

Elmer Söderblom (Red Wings)

First

+420

Anytime

+2000

Anthony Beauvillier (Capitals)

First

+420

Anytime

+2000

Michael Rasmussen (Red Wings)

First

+450

Anytime

+2200

Craig Smith (Red Wings)

First

+450

Anytime

+2200

Taylor Raddysh (Capitals)

First

+460

Anytime

+2200

Jakob Chychrun (Capitals)

First

+460

Anytime

+2200

John Carlson (Capitals)

First

+460

Anytime

+2200

Player Shots

Alex Ovechkin (Capitals)

Over 3.5

-110

Under 3.5

-118

Dylan Larkin (Red Wings)

Over 2.5

-130

Under 2.5

-100

Alex DeBrincat (Red Wings)

Over 2.5

-123

Under 2.5

-105

Tom Wilson (Capitals)

Over 2.5

+150

Under 2.5

-200

Lucas Raymond (Red Wings)

Over 1.5

-185

Under 1.5

+140

Connor McMichael (Capitals)

Over 1.5

-169

Under 1.5

+130

Pierre-Luc Dubois (Capitals)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Vladimir Tarasenko (Red Wings)

Over 1.5

-118

Under 1.5

-110

John Carlson (Capitals)

Over 1.5

-156

Under 1.5

+120

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Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Detroit Red Wings Stats

Washington Capitals Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.50 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.60 pts and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.40 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.90 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 30.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 11.2
• Blocks: 13.9
• Faceoff Wins : 23.7
• Hits: 21.3
• Giveaways: 16.1
• Takeaways: 3.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 30.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 4.5
• Blocks: 15.2
• Faceoff Wins : 27.2
• Hits: 20.4
• Giveaways: 17.1
• Takeaways: 3.5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 27.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 12.2
• Blocks: 15.9
• Faceoff Wins : 28.2
• Hits: 16.2
• Giveaways: 14.6
• Takeaways: 3.4

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 9.2
• Blocks: 15.7
• Faceoff Wins : 27.9
• Hits: 16.6
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 3.1

Team News

Detroit Red Wings Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
23	Lucas Raymond	67	18.99	23	46	69	-8
71	Dylan Larkin	67	20.01	27	32	59	-5
93	Alex DeBrincat	67	17.74	31	27	58	-15

88	Patrick Kane	57	17.8	17	29	46	-13
53	Moritz Seider	67	25.13	7	31	38	-4
11	Vladimir Tarasenko	65	14.86	9	18	27	-13
92	Marco Kasper	62	15.12	13	14	27	-6
37	J.T. Compher	61	16.74	7	19	26	-5
77	Simon Edvinsson	63	20.77	7	18	25	7
18	Andrew Copp	56	14.7	10	13	23	4
48	Jonatan Berggren	62	12.83	10	9	19	-7
56	Erik Gustafsson	59	16.36	2	16	18	-17
27	Michael Rasmussen	62	13.18	10	7	17	-6
	Craig Smith	44	11.61	9	7	16	-9
8	Ben Chiarot	66	21.28	3	7	10	-10
85	Elmer Soederblom	21	13.18	3	6	9	1
20	Albert Johansson	46	16.4	2	6	8	-6
14	Tyler Motte	40	11.31	2	4	6	-12
46	Jeff Petry	34	19.18	1	5	6	-7
3	Justin Holl	59	14.73	1	4	5	-6
56	Dominik Shine	8	8.69	0	1	1	-1
	Austin Watson	2	7	0	0	0	-2
84	William Lagesson	2	15.95	0	0	0	-2
43	Carter Mazur	1	1.2	0	0	0	0

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
32	Jack Campbell	-	-	-
34	Petr Mrazek	36	3.33	0.892
33	Sebastian Cossa	1	2.67	0.857
34	Alex Lyon	25	2.77	0.9
39	Cam Talbot	37	2.93	0.901

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Washington Capitals Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
17	Dylan Strome	67	17.54	21	44	65	10
21	Alexei Protas	67	16.52	29	30	59	41
80	Pierre-Luc Dubois	67	17.29	17	42	59	29

43	Tom Wilson	66	18.77	29	27	56	21
8	Alexander Ovechkin	51	17.8	34	21	55	19
24	Connor McMichael	67	17.08	23	28	51	23
74	John Carlson	67	23.71	4	40	44	21
6	Jakob Chychrun	62	20.99	18	24	42	23
16	Taylor Raddysh	67	12.48	7	19	26	2
38	Rasmus Sandin	67	18.96	4	21	25	19
26	Nic Dowd	67	15.33	12	11	23	10
88	Andrew Mangiapane	66	13.1	11	12	23	8
20	Lars Eller	65	13.53	10	11	21	2
72	Anthony Beauvillier	67	12.91	14	7	21	-2
3	Matt Roy	57	19.73	2	19	21	29
42	Martin Fehervary	67	19.06	4	15	19	18
22	Brandon Duhaime	67	13.42	7	10	17	3
57	Trevor van Riemsdyk	67	17.32	1	16	17	18
29	Hendrix Lapierre	27	9.8	0	8	8	-3
53	Ethen Frank	22	10.63	4	3	7	6
63	Ivan Miroshnichenko	18	9.34	1	3	4	1
52	Dylan McIlrath	11	10.91	0	2	2	1
23	Michael Sgarbossa	3	9.33	1	1	2	2
27	Alexander Alexeyev	5	13.22	0	0	0	4
15	Sonny Milano	3	7.2	0	0	0	-3

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
48	Logan Thompson	38	2.32	0.916
79	Charlie Lindgren	30	2.62	0.899
31	Hunter Shepard	-	-	-

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Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups