Red Wings @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Final Score: Red Wings 0 - Capitals 0
Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Detroit
Red Wings
7-11 Rating 1476
Form: LWLLL
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Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.9
Washington
Capitals
9-6 Rating 1528
Form: WWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Red Wings Capitals
All-time wins 61 62
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.1 3.2
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Red Wings Capitals
Games played 18 15
Avg goals scored 2.7 3.5
Avg goals conceded 3.1 3.4
Win percentage 39% 60%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 64%