Wednesday’s NHL offering includes an outing between the favored Washington Capitals (22-15-6, -142 on the moneyline to win at home) and the Dallas Stars (25-9-8, +119 moneyline odds) at 7 p.m. ET on TNT.
You can tune in on TNT as the Capitals play the Stars.
Capitals vs. Stars Game Info & Odds
When: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET TV Channel: TNT Where: Capital One Arena in Washington D.C. Favorite: Capitals (-142) Underdog: Stars (+119) Over/under: 6Capitals vs. Stars Prediction
Puck Line Pick:Stars (+1.5) Pick OU:
Over (6) Score Prediction: Capitals 4 – Stars 2
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Capitals and Stars Betting Trends
In 25 of 43 matches this season, Washington and its opponent have combined to finish above 6 goals. Dallas has played 24 games this season that finished with over 6 goals. These two teams score 6.7 goals per game combined, 0.7 more than this game’s total. Opponents of these teams average 5.5 goals per game combined, 0.5 fewer than this game’s over/under. The Capitals have compiled an 18-12 record when listed as a moneyline favorite this season. The Stars have won six of the eight games they have played while the underdog this season.Capitals Stats & Insights
The Capitals offense’s 142 total goals (3.3 per game) are ranked third in the league this year. The Capitals have allowed the ninth-fewest goals in NHL play this season, 120 (2.8 per game). With a +22 goal differential, they’re ranked fourth-best in the league. The Capitals connect on 11.3% of their shots, ranking 11th in the NHL. The Capitals average 19.5 hits and 15.5 blocked shots per game. In the past 10 games, the Capitals have claimed 60.0% of the possible points with a 4-4-2 record. They have averaged 3.6 goals per game (36 total) over that span. On the defensive end, the Capitals have given up 3.3 goals per game (33 total) in those 10 outings.Stars Stats & Insights
The Stars’ 143 total goals (3.4 per game) are the second-most in the league. The Stars have given up 2.7 goals per game, 114 total, the sixth-fewest among NHL teams. They have a +29 goal differential, which is third-best in the league. The Stars are shooting 13.5% (No. 1 in the league). The Stars have yet to shut out an opponent this season. In the last 10 contests, the Stars have earned 55.0% of the possible points with a 4-3-3 record. They are scoring at a 3.5 goals-per-game average (35 total) over that stretch. On the defensive end, the Stars have given up 30 goals (3.0 per game) in those 10 matchups.Capitals Key Players to Watch
Tom Wilson has been vital to Washington this season, with 42 points in 41 games. Alexander Ovechkin is another leading option for Washington with 36 points (0.8 per game), scoring 17 goals and adding 19 assists. Logan Thompson has a record of 15-11-4. He has conceded 70 goals (2.4 goals against average) and racked up 747 saves with a .914 save percentage (seventh-best in the league).Stars Key Players to Watch
Mikko Rantanen is a top offensive contributor for his team with 57 points (1.4 per game). He has scored 16 goals and 41 assists in 41 games (playing 19:36 per game). Jason Robertson is crucial for Dallas’ attack with 49 total points (1.2 per game), including 24 goals and 25 assists through 42 games. Jake Oettinger has a .905 save percentage (25th in the league), with 676 total saves, while allowing 71 goals (2.6 goals against average). He has put up a 16-7-4 record between the posts for Dallas this season.Capitals vs. Stars Injuries
Capitals: Tom Wilson: Lower Body (Day-To-Day), Aliaksei Protas: Lower Body (Day-To-Day), Pierre-Luc Dubois: Abdomen (Out) Stars: Lian Bichsel: Lower Body (Out), Jamie Benn: Upper Body (Day-To-Day), Tyler Seguin: Acl (Out)You can check our live NHL lines for the latest NHL odds, including money lines, spreads, and over/under totals. Tip: If you want to check out how much you could win on a $10 bet if you parlayed today’s Capitals vs. Stars picks, don’t forget to check out our free parlay calculator. What is a parlay? Or even how to bet on hockey? Check out our complete guide to the best NHL betting sites.
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