Seattle Kraken vs. Washington Capitals Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/11/2024]

The Washington Capitals will square off with the Seattle Kraken in NHL action at Capital One Arena on Thursday, starting at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Thursday's Kraken vs. Capitals matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Kraken vs. Capitals Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used innovative machine learning and data analysis to simulate the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Kraken and Capitals 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Kraken a 53% chance of beating the Capitals.

According to our model, the Capitals (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal Over/Under has a 54% chance of going over.

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Kraken vs. Capitals Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Kraken	Capitals
Puck Line	-1.5 (+200)	+1.5 (-230)
Moneyline	-130	+114
Total	o5.5 (-115)	u5.5 (-105)

• The Capitals are currently +1.5 underdogs against the Kraken, with -230 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Kraken (-1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at +200.
• DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Capitals at +114, which means you can bet $100 to profit $114, earning a total payout of $214, if they win.
• Meanwhile, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Kraken at -130, where you can risk $130 to win $100 for a total payout of $230 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under sits at 5.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -115, as well as the best odds for the Under at -105.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out all the sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Kraken vs. Capitals Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Capitals +1.5	-230
Moneyline	Capitals	+114
Total	Over 5.5	-115

While the Kraken are more likely to win the game, taking the Capitals moneyline is the best option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.

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Kraken vs. Capitals Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Capitals?

According to our model, Washington's Max Pacioretty is most likely to score the first goal in Kraken vs. Capitals.

Our projections give Pacioretty a 6.7% chance of scoring the first goal at Capital One Arena, while the Capitals star is a 31.8% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Seattle Kraken

Player	First Goal Probability
Jared McCann	6.1%
Matty Beniers	5.3%
Eeli Tolvanen	4.6%
Jaden Schwartz	3.5%
Jordan Eberle	3.4%

Washington Capitals

Player	First Goal Probability
Max Pacioretty	6.7%
T.J. Oshie	5.6%
Dylan Strome	4.9%
Anthony Mantha	4.7%
Alex Ovechkin	4.1%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Seattle Kraken

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Jared McCann	31.6%
Matty Beniers	26.1%
Eeli Tolvanen	22.6%
Jaden Schwartz	19.3%
Tomas Tatar	18.8%

Washington Capitals

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Max Pacioretty	31.8%
T.J. Oshie	28.5%
Dylan Strome	25.2%
Anthony Mantha	25.0%
Alex Ovechkin	22.4%
Don't forget, our model updates often, so check this article for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of the Kraken vs. Capitals on Thursday January 11, 2024.

Kraken vs. Caps Game Information

Thursday's game between the Capitals and Kraken at Capital One Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Seattle Kraken vs. Washington Capitals
• Date: Thursday January 11, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Capital One Arena

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Conclusion

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