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Capitals vs. Predators prediction: Washington favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [1/11/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Nashville Predators will face the Washington Capitals in NHL action at Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Capitals as the most likely winner of the Capitals vs. Predators game.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Caps vs. Predators prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL matchup between the Capitals and Predators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Capitals a 56% chance of defeating the Predators.
According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Capitals vs. Predators odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Capitals | Predators |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+180) | +1.5 (-200) |
| Moneyline | -140 | +120 |
| Total | o6.5 (+102) | u6.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Capitals vs. Predators 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 | +180 |
| Moneyline | Predators | +120 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -120 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Capitals vs. Predators player props
Who will score a goal in Capitals vs. Predators?
According to our model, Alex Ovechkin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Capitals vs. Predators.
Our projections give Ovechkin a 37.5% chance of scoring a goal at Bridgestone 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 | 37.5% |
| Aliaksei Protas | 30.7% |
| Dylan Strome | 28.8% |
| Ryan Leonard | 25.9% |
| Connor McMichael | 25.6% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Steven Stamkos | 35.8% |
| Filip Forsberg | 35.4% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 24.0% |
| Michael Bunting | 21.1% |
| Roman Josi | 19.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
Washington Capitals
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex Ovechkin | 7.9% |
| Aliaksei Protas | 6.2% |
| Dylan Strome | 5.1% |
| Connor McMichael | 4.8% |
| Ryan Leonard | 4.8% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Steven Stamkos | 6.9% |
| Filip Forsberg | 6.6% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 4.2% |
| Michael Bunting | 3.6% |
| Luke Evangelista | 3.5% |
Caps vs. Predators game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's game between the Predators and Capitals at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Washington Capitals vs. Nashville Predators
- Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Capitals, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Predators on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Capitals vs. Predators insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date 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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