Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Colorado Avalanche taking on the Minnesota Wild. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Washington Capitals vs Detroit Red Wings
Head-to-Head: Capitals 0-1 Red Wings
US TV: Monumental Sports Network; Fan Duel Sports Detroit; NHL Network
Canada TV: TVA Sports
Time: 1 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)
We open up NHL predictions with the Detroit Red Wings looking for the home-and-home sweep of the Washington Capitals. Charlie Lindgren is expected to get the start after Logan Thompson started on Saturday. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. Tom Wilson leads the team in goals, while Dylan Strome is first in assists with 18.
Cam Talbot is the projected starter for the Red Wings, who got a 5-2 victory over the Capitals on Saturday. Detroit is coming into this game with a 7-2-1 mark in its previous 10 games Alex DeBrincat is first on the club in goals (20) and points (39) so far this campaign.
Detroit is surprisingly in first place in the Atlantic and will carry that momentum into a home win.
Prediction: Red Wings win 4-2.
