Final Score: Capitals 4 - Red Wings 3
Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET
Capitals @ Red Wings
NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Model Prediction Through Season
| Stat | Capitals | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| All-time wins | 61 | 61 |
| Last 5 meetings | 2 | 3 |
| Average goals | 3.2 | 3.1 |
| Last meeting | 2 | 3 |
| Stat | Capitals | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Games played | 54 | 54 |
| Avg goals scored | 3.2 | 3.1 |
| Avg goals conceded | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Win percentage | 46% | 59% |
| Away win % / Home win % | 41% | 64% |
Recent Results
Capitals
@ Seattle Kraken
Jan 27, 2026 · Margin: -4 · Total: 6
1-5
@ Edmonton Oilers
Jan 24, 2026 · Margin: -1 · Total: 11
5-6
@ Calgary Flames
Jan 23, 2026 · Margin: +2 · Total: 4
3-1
@ Vancouver Canucks
Jan 21, 2026 · Margin: -1 · Total: 7
3-4
@ Colorado Avalanche
Jan 19, 2026 · Margin: -3 · Total: 7
2-5
vs Florida Panthers
Jan 17, 2026 · Margin: -3 · Total: 7
2-5
vs San Jose Sharks
Jan 15, 2026 · Margin: -1 · Total: 5
2-3
vs Montreal Canadiens
Jan 13, 2026 · Margin: +1 · Total: 5
3-2
@ Nashville Predators
Jan 11, 2026 · Margin: -1 · Total: 5
2-3
@ Chicago Blackhawks
Jan 9, 2026 · Margin: +4 · Total: 6
5-1
Red Wings
vs Los Angeles Kings
Jan 27, 2026 · Margin: -2 · Total: 4
1-3
@ Winnipeg Jets
Jan 24, 2026 · Margin: +4 · Total: 6
5-1
@ Minnesota Wild
Jan 22, 2026 · Margin: -1 · Total: 7
3-4
@ Toronto Maple Leafs
Jan 21, 2026 · Margin: +1 · Total: 3
2-1
vs Ottawa Senators
Jan 18, 2026 · Margin: +1 · Total: 7
4-3
vs San Jose Sharks
Jan 16, 2026 · Margin: +2 · Total: 6
4-2
@ Boston Bruins
Jan 13, 2026 · Margin: -3 · Total: 3
0-3
vs Carolina Hurricanes
Jan 12, 2026 · Margin: +1 · Total: 7
4-3
@ Montreal Canadiens
Jan 10, 2026 · Margin: +4 · Total: 4
4-0
vs Vancouver Canucks
Jan 8, 2026 · Margin: +4 · Total: 6
5-1