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Capitals vs. Kings prediction: Los Angeles favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [12/2/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Washington Capitals vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Tuesday.
The Los Angeles Kings will take on the Washington Capitals, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, starting at 10:30PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Kings a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Capitals.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's Capitals vs. Kings matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Caps vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Capitals and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Kings a 52% chance of defeating the Capitals.
According to our model, the Capitals (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Capitals vs. Kings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Capitals | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-250) | -1.5 (+215) |
| Moneyline | +105 | -118 |
| Total | o5.5 (+106) | u5.5 (-122) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Capitals vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Capitals +1.5 | -250 |
| Moneyline | Capitals | +105 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | +106 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 5.5 total goals.
Capitals vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Capitals vs. Kings?
According to our model, Kevin Fiala is most likely to score an anytime goal in Capitals vs. Kings.
Our projections give Fiala a 34.9% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is a 7.9% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex Ovechkin | 31.7% |
| Tom Wilson | 29.2% |
| Aliaksei Protas | 26.4% |
| Dylan Strome | 25.8% |
| Connor McMichael | 21.3% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 34.9% |
| Adrian Kempe | 33.2% |
| Quinton Byfield | 26.0% |
| Alex Laferriere | 25.9% |
| Anze Kopitar | 20.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tom Wilson | 6.6% |
| Alex Ovechkin | 6.5% |
| Aliaksei Protas | 4.9% |
| Dylan Strome | 4.6% |
| Ryan Leonard | 4.0% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 7.9% |
| Adrian Kempe | 6.7% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.1% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.0% |
| Anze Kopitar | 4.3% |
Caps vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's game between the Kings and Capitals at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to commence at 10:30PM ET.
- Who: Washington Capitals vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
- Time: 10:30PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Capitals on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Capitals vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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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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