Edmonton Oilers vs Washington Capitals predictions, Jan 21, 2025

Jan 20, 2025 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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### NHL Preview: Edmonton Oilers vs. Washington Capitals (January 21, 2025)

#### Matchup Overview
On January 21, 2025, the Edmonton Oilers will host the Washington Capitals in an exciting NHL matchup. Both teams come into this game with a strong recent performance, each winning 4 of their last 5 matches, setting the stage for a competitive showdown.

#### Team Form
– **Edmonton Oilers**
– Recent Performance: The Oilers have been in solid form, winning 4 out of their last 5 games. Their offense has been potent, showcasing a blend of skill and speed that has troubled opponents. Key players are likely contributing to their success, with a focus on capitalizing on their power plays and maintaining physical play.

– **Washington Capitals**
– Recent Performance: Similarly, the Capitals have also secured victories in 4 of their last 5 outings. Known for their strong offensive capabilities, Washington’s lineup includes some of the league’s most dynamic scorers. They’ve shown resilience and tactical flexibility, which will be essential against the Oilers.

#### Betting Odds
Bookmakers have set the odds for the match at roughly 2.0 for Edmonton Oilers and 3.2 for Washington Capitals. This suggests that while the Oilers are favored due to home ice, the Capitals are not far behind and could pull off an upset.

#### Probability Estimates
The model estimation presents the probabilities as follows:
– **Edmonton Oilers (1)**: 47.5%
– **Draw (X)**: 22.2%
– **Washington Capitals (2)**: 30.5%

These percentages reflect a close contest with the Oilers holding a slight edge due to their home advantage, while the Capitals remain a competitive threat.

#### Key Players to Watch
– **Edmonton Oilers**: Look for star players like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to play pivotal roles. Their ability to generate scoring opportunities and lead the offense will be crucial in this matchup.

– **Washington Capitals**: Expect Alex Ovechkin to be a significant influence for the Capitals. Known for his goal-scoring prowess, Ovechkin can change the outcome of games single-handedly, particularly in high-pressure situations.

#### Narrative
Given the strong form of both teams, this matchup promises to be an intense battle. The Oilers will look to maintain their home advantage, aiming to build on their recent successes, while the Capitals will be keen on proving they can perform on the road against top-tier competition.

#### Conclusion
This January 21 clash between the Edmonton Oilers and Washington Capitals is anticipated to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams equally determined to secure the win. Fans should prepare for a display of high-speed hockey, showcasing elite talents and tactical battles, as both teams vie for valuable points in the NHL standings.

Edmonton 48.1% Draw 21.9% Washington 30.1%

Outrights of NHL Edmonton Oilers: 11.48% Washington Capitals: 4.15%

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Latest Results

18.01.25 Vancouver Canucks – Edmonton Oilers – 3:2
16.01.25 Colorado Avalanche – Edmonton Oilers – 3:4
15.01.25 Minnesota Wild – Edmonton Oilers – 3:5
13.01.25 Edmonton Oilers – Los Angeles Kings – 1:0
11.01.25 Chicago Blackhawks – Edmonton Oilers – 3:4		 18.01.25 Washington Capitals – Pittsburgh Penguins – 4:1
16.01.25 Ottawa Senators – Washington Capitals – 0:1 OT
14.01.25 Washington Capitals – Anaheim Ducks – 3:0
11.01.25 Nashville Predators – Washington Capitals – 1:4
10.01.25 Washington Capitals – Montreal Canadiens – 2:3 OT

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day. Two teams from the very top of the board will meet (ranked 2 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • Last 5 head-to-head matches Edmonton won 3.
  • Right away both teams are in a satisfying form.
  • Recently Edmonton have a series of guest games.
  • Edmonton will have a poor advantage in this game.
  • Last 19 head-to-head matches Edmonton won 9 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 10 matches and goals 60:56 (average 3.2:2.9).
  • Including matches at home between the teams Edmonton won 6 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 4 matches and goals 35:31 (average 3.5:3.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.03.24 Edmonton Oilers – Washington Capitals – 7:2
    24.11.23 Washington Capitals – Edmonton Oilers – 0:5
    05.12.22 Edmonton Oilers – Washington Capitals – 2:3
    07.11.22 Washington Capitals – Edmonton Oilers – 5:4
    09.03.22 Edmonton Oilers – Washington Capitals – 4:3 OT

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Winnipeg Jets 47 27 4 3 13 165:113 65
    2 Edmonton Oilers 46 22 7 3 14 151:126 61
    3 Vegas Golden Knights 46 26 3 3 14 156:127 61
    4 Dallas Stars 46 24 5 1 16 148:115 59
    5 Minnesota Wild 46 21 6 4 15 137:133 58
    6 Colorado Avalanche 47 23 5 1 18 159:147 57
    7 Los Angeles Kings 43 23 2 5 13 128:105 55
    8 Calgary Flames 45 16 6 7 16 120:132 51
    9 Vancouver Canucks 45 16 4 10 15 129:143 50
    10 St. Louis Blues 47 16 6 4 21 133:139 48
    11 Utah 45 14 5 7 19 127:137 45
    12 Seattle Kraken 47 16 4 3 24 137:150 43
    13 Anaheim Ducks 46 12 6 6 22 111:145 42
    14 Nashville Predators 45 13 3 7 22 115:139 39
    15 San Jose Sharks 49 10 4 6 29 125:175 34
    16 Chicago Blackhawks 46 13 2 3 28 120:158 33

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Washington Capitals 46 26 5 5 10 164:114 67
    2 Toronto Maple Leafs 47 24 5 2 16 147:134 60
    3 New Jersey Devils 49 24 2 6 17 148:125 58
    4 Carolina Hurricanes 46 24 3 3 16 152:129 57
    5 Florida Panthers 47 21 6 3 17 153:142 57
    6 Tampa Bay Lightning 44 21 4 3 16 162:123 53
    7 Ottawa Senators 46 18 6 4 18 132:127 52
    8 Boston Bruins 48 16 7 6 19 133:153 52
    9 Columbus Blue Jackets 46 17 5 7 17 156:155 51
    10 Montreal Canadiens 46 16 7 4 19 142:155 50
    11 New York Rangers 46 20 2 4 20 134:142 48
    12 Philadelphia Flyers 47 13 8 6 20 146:161 48
    13 Detroit Red Wings 46 17 4 4 21 131:150 46
    14 Pittsburgh Penguins 48 13 6 8 21 143:179 46
    15 New York Islanders 45 14 4 7 20 121:137 43
    16 Buffalo Sabres 45 13 4 5 23 138:153 39

    NHL Outrights

    1. Edmonton Oilers: 7.15 (11.48%)

    2. Florida Panthers: 10.03 (8.19%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 10.27 (7.99%)

    4. New Jersey Devils: 10.84 (7.57%)

    5. Dallas Stars: 11.41 (7.19%)

    6. Toronto Maple Leafs: 11.41 (7.19%)

    7. Colorado Avalanche: 12.76 (6.43%)

    8. Vegas Golden Knights: 14.27 (5.75%)

    9. Winnipeg Jets: 17.34 (4.73%)

    10. Tampa Bay Lightning: 17.45 (4.7%)

    11. Washington Capitals: 19.78 (4.15%)

    12. Minnesota Wild: 21.83 (3.76%)

    13. Los Angeles Kings: 23.11 (3.55%)

    14. Vancouver Canucks: 30.84 (2.66%)

    15. Boston Bruins: 37.57 (2.18%)

    16. New York Rangers: 42.6 (1.93%)

    17. Ottawa Senators: 42.66 (1.92%)

    18. Calgary Flames: 84.65 (0.97%)

    19. Nashville Predators: 99.62 (0.82%)

    20. Utah: 101.16 (0.81%)

    21. New York Islanders: 102.1 (0.8%)

    22. Montreal Canadiens: 104.39 (0.79%)

    23. St. Louis Blues: 113.21 (0.72%)

    24. Detroit Red Wings: 126.31 (0.65%)

    25. Pittsburgh Penguins: 138.19 (0.59%)

    26. Columbus Blue Jackets: 141.55 (0.58%)

    27. Seattle Kraken: 168.28 (0.49%)

    28. Philadelphia Flyers: 168.57 (0.49%)

    29. Buffalo Sabres: 270.77 (0.3%)

    30. Anaheim Ducks: 319.97 (0.26%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 415.17 (0.2%)

    32. San Jose Sharks: 622.06 (0.13%)

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