Searching for best bets for the upcoming game between the Washington Capitals and the Seattle Kraken on Thursday at 10:00 PM ET? You’ve found the right place. In the piece below, we provide our picks and predictions to help you make smart betting decisions for this matchup.

Sign up for ESPN+ today to watch 1,000+ out-of-market NHL games, ESPN+ Hockey Night & more.

Capitals vs. Kraken Picks

Bet on this or any NHL matchup at BetMGM.

Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 6.1 goals)

• Washington and its opponent have combined for more than Thursday’s over/under of 5.5 goals 24 times this season.
• There have been 28 Seattle games with over 5.5 goals this season.
• The over/under for this game (5.5) is 1.0 less than the combined scoring averages for the Capitals (3.55) and Kraken (2.96).
• These two teams are allowing a combined 5.6 goals per game, 0.1 more than this contest’s over/under.

Bet on the total at BetMGM today!

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 has put together a 12-7 record (winning 63.2% of its games).
• The implied moneyline probability for this game says the Capitals have a 59.7% chance to win.

Kraken Moneyline: +124

• Seattle has 13 wins when playing as the moneyline underdog this season (which has happened 33 times).
• The Kraken have five wins in games when their odds are +124 or longer on the moneyline (in 20 opportunities).
• Seattle’s moneyline gives it an implied probability of 44.6% to win this game.

Place your moneyline bet at BetMGM now!

Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, Seattle 3

Capitals Points Leaders

• With 12 goals and 34 assists this season, Dylan Strome is one of Washington’s top contributors (46 points).
• Aliaksei Protas has 19 goals and 20 assists for Washington to compile 39 total points (0.8 per game).
• Pierre-Luc Dubois has created 38 points for Washington in 47 games this season, netting a goal on 11.8% of his shots and putting up nine goals and 29 assists.
• In the 27 games Logan Thompson has played this season, his save percentage is .925, the fifth-best in the league.

Kraken Points Leaders

• Seattle’s Jared McCann has collected 22 assists and 14 goals in 48 games, good for 36 points.
• 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.
• Joey Daccord ‘s record stands at 16-10-2 on the season, giving up 72 goals (2.5 goals against average) and amassing 763 saves with a .914 save percentage (10th-best in the league).

Capitals’ Schedule

Looking for officially licensed NHL gear? Fanatics has jerseys, hats, apparel, memorabilia, trading cards, collectibles and more.

Kraken’s Schedule

Watch 1,000+ out-of-market NHL games, ESPN+ Hockey Night & more streaming all season on ESPN+.

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)
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Location: Seattle, Washington
• Venue: Climate Pledge Arena

Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.