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Washington Capitals vs Detroit Red Wings Prediction (Mar 18, 2025)

Washington Capitals vs Detroit Red Wings — Mar 18, 2025

Model last updated: Aug 26, 2026 09:31 AM PDT; data source: schedule_predictions.csv

Detailed NHL game prediction for Washington Capitals vs Detroit Red Wings: pregame win probabilities, expected goals, and projected totals from our NHLForecasts model.

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Washington Capitals 53.3% Detroit Red Wings 46.7%
Pregame win probability

Expected goals: Washington Capitals 3.19 — Detroit Red Wings 3.13 • Median total: 6.2

Expected Goals Comparison

Washington Capitals
3.47
xG/game (Season)
Detroit Red Wings
3.29
xG/game (Season)