It’s Friday night in Chicago and the Blackhawks are wearing black. Love to see it! The Washington Capitals are in town for a game between two teams that played just six days ago. When the two teams played last weekend, the Blackhawks didn’t have Connor Bedard in the lineup. That will NOT be the case tonight !
After the Bulls’ game was postponed because of humidity issues last night, there were some concerns about the ice surface. The folks at the United Center are some of the best at what...
The Blackhawks look to continue their unbeaten start to 2026 on Friday night at the United Center against the Washington Capitals.
Let’s start with the home team this evening because there’s important news to share:
Connor Bedard says he’s ready to go. — Scott Powers ( @scottpowers.bsky.social ) January 9, 2026 at 10:55 AM
While Bedard is back — and he was practicing with the top power-play unit, as one would expect — several other players (along with coach Jeff Blashill) ...
The day has finally arrived, Blackhawks fans! Connor Bedard is expected to be back in the lineup!
Bedard said he’s “good to go” after the morning skate on Friday, so he looks to draw back in the lineup when the Blackhawks host the Washington Capitals.
Bedard has been out since injuring his shoulder at the end of the Blackhawks’ loss in St. Louis on Dec. 12. With him out of the lineup, the Blackhawks were 5-6-1, a record that’s much better now that the Hawks have won their last four g...
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The Washington Capitals are -152 favorites over the Chicago Blackhawks (+127) despite their game on Friday being at United Center in Chicago.
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Capitals vs. Blackhawks Favorite, Moneyline, Total
Favorite: Capitals (-152)
Underdog: Blackhawks (+127)
Total: 5.5
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Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
Time: 8 p.m. ET
How to watch on TV: NHL Network
Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Friday will feature an NHL outing between the road favorite Washington Capitals (22-16-6, -156 on the moneyline to win) and the Chicago Blackhawks (18-18-7, +131 moneyline odds) at 8 p.m. ET on NHL Network.
You can see the Capitals attempt to beat the Blackhawks on NHL Network.
Capitals vs. Blackhawks Game Info & Odds
When: Friday, January 9, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET
TV Channel: NHL Network
Live Stream: Fubo
Where: United Center in Chicago, Illinois
Favorite: Capitals (-156)
Underdo...
At 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday, the Dallas Stars will play the Washington Capitals — is Roope Hintz going to score a goal? Insights and trends are available below, to assist you in making the right wager.
Roope Hintz Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Capitals
Anytime Goal Odds: +275 (Bet $10 to win $27.50 if he scores a goal)
Hintz Goals Betting Stats
In every game Hintz has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s exceeded the prop total.
Hintz has recorded a point in 23 games...
At 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday, the Dallas Stars will play the Washington Capitals — is Roope Hintz going to score a goal? Insights and trends are available below, to assist you in making the right wager.
Roope Hintz Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Capitals
Anytime Goal Odds: +275 (Bet $10 to win $27.50 if he scores a goal)
Hintz Goals Betting Stats
In every game Hintz has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s exceeded the prop total.
Hintz has recorded a point in 23 games...
The Washington Capitals meet the Dallas Stars at Capital One Arena on Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET, and we have best bets suggestions right here, if you’re considering a wager.
Best Capitals vs. Stars Prop Bets
Player & Team
Odds to Score a Goal
Goals & Games Played
Alex Ovechkin, Capitals
+130
17 G in 43 GP
Jason Robertson, Stars
+150
25 G in 43 GP
Wyatt Johnston, Stars
+175
23 G in 43 GP
Dylan Strome, Capitals
+195
10 G in 41 GP
Mik...
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: 6
Capitals vs....
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Are you looking for advice on the upcoming Washington Capitals-Anaheim Ducks matchup on Monday, Jan. 5? Best bets tips are available in this article, so take advantage before the 7 p.m. ET start.
Best Capitals vs. Ducks Prop Bets
Player & Team
Odds to Score a Goal
Goals & Games Played
Alex Ovechkin, Capitals
+135
15 G in 42 GP
Dylan Strome, Capitals
+180
10 G in 40 GP
Cutter Gauthier, Ducks
+230
19 G in 41 GP
Jakob Chychrun, Capitals
+2...
Monday’s NHL offering features an outing between the favored Washington Capitals (21-15-6, -156 on the moneyline to win at home) and the Anaheim Ducks (21-17-3, +131 moneyline odds) at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+.
You can see the Capitals try to beat the Ducks on ESPN+.
Capitals vs. Ducks Game Info & Odds
When: Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET
TV Channel: ESPN+
Live Stream: ESPN+
Where: Capital One Arena in Washington D.C.
Favorite: Capitals (-156)
Underdog: Ducks (+131)
Over/un...
The Blackhawks had a good nice in our nation’s capital last night, beating the Washington Capitals 3-2 in a (lengthy) shootout . With the win, the Hawks are now 3-1-1 in their last five games (three of which required a skills competition). And the Blackhawks remain undefeated in 2026.
But the Vegas Golden Knights were in Chicago for a Saturday practice and comfortable dinner. We know the Blackhawks have been bad in the second half of back-to-backs this season. Let’s see if they can put so...
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Game Preview
After a big home win to start the new year against Dallas at the United Center, the Blackhawks start a tough weekend back-to-back in Washington against Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals. The Caps come in just 3-6-1 in their last 10 games and in fourth place in the Atlantic Division, but they have the best goal differential (plus-15) in the division. Go figure.
We’ll see if the Blackhawks can bring the same formula they employed against the Stars into this game and stay warm in the new calend...
The Blackhawks kick off a pair of weekend games with a stop in the nation’s capital on Saturday night, as they’re in DC to face the Washington Capitals.
The last time Chicago was in Washington for a game, it narrowly avoided becoming a part of league history, as Alex Ovechkin only tied Wayne Gretzky’s career mark for goals scored during a 5-3 Capitals win . A season down the road, Ovechkin continues defying Father Time with 34 points (15 G, 19 A) in 41 games this season despite turning 40...
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New Year New Sens? Please?
Even Adam Fox’s return couldn’t mask a familiar reality as the Rangers slid further into the East’s basement.
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Sam Reinhart scored twice and set up Aaron Ekblad’s game-winning goal in the Florida Panthers 5-3 victory over the Washington Capitals at Amerant Bank Arena.
Tom Wilson scored the first of his two first period goals at the 3:53 mark to give the Capitals an early lead. Dylan Strome sent Martin Fehervary away on a rush and after the blueliner’s shot was stopped by the Sergei Bobovsky, Wilson easily potted the rebound.
The Panthers countered 42 seconds later when Aliaksei Protas threw p...
Sam Reinhart scored twice and set up Aaron Ekblad’s game-winning goal in the Florida Panthers 5-3 victory over the Washington Capitals at Amerant Bank Arena.
Tom Wilson scored the first of his two first period goals at the 3:53 mark to give the Capitals an early lead. Dylan Strome sent Martin Fehérváry away on a rush and after the blueliner’s shot was stopped by the Sergei Bobovsky, Wilson easily potted the rebound.
The Panthers countered 42 seconds later when Aliaksei Protas threw p...
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