The Dallas Stars travel to the nation’s capital tonight to face the Washington Capitals in a marquee Wednesday night showdown at Capital One Arena. With playoff positioning already heating up in the 2025-26 season, both teams are looking to secure vital points. Whether you are cheering for the Stars’ explosive new offense or watching Alexander Ovechkin continue his legendary career, here is everything you need to know to catch the action.
Game Broadcast Information: TV Channels & Streaming
Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
USA TV & Streaming: In the United States, the game will be broadcast nationally on TNT. Cord-cutters can stream the matchup live on HBO Max (B/R Sports Add-On). Locally in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, fans can also tune in via Victory+, the Stars’ free streaming service.
Canada TV & Streaming: Canadian hockey fans can stream the game via Sportsnet+ Premium (subject to regional restrictions) or check their local listings for potential simulcasts on channels like Sportsnet 360 or TVA Sports.
Team Records, Key Injuries & Leading Scorers
Dallas Stars (25-10-8)
The Stars enter tonight’s contest sitting 2nd in the Central Division with 58 points. Their offense has been electric this season, led by Mikko Rantanen, who tops the team with 57 points (16G, 41A). Jason Robertson continues to shine with 49 points, while young center Wyatt Johnston has contributed 48 points.
- Key Injuries: The Stars are banged up. Captain Jamie Benn (upper body) is out until at least Jan 10, and Tyler Seguin remains sidelined for the season with a knee injury. Defenseman Lian Bichsel is also out with a lower-body ailment.
Washington Capitals (22-15-6)
The Capitals are holding steady in the Metropolitan race with 50 points. Tom Wilson is having a career year, leading the team with 42 points (22G, 20A). The Great Eight, Alex Ovechkin, defies age with 36 points (17G, 19A), while playmaker Dylan Strome has notched 33 points.
- Key Injuries: Washington is missing Pierre-Luc Dubois (abdomen), who is out until March. Tom Wilson is listed as Day-to-Day with a lower-body injury but is a game-time decision.
Game Prediction & Betting Insight
Betting Odds: Washington -135 | O/U: 5.5
Tonight’s matchup presents a tricky spot for Dallas. The Stars are playing on the second half of a back-to-back after facing the Carolina Hurricanes last night. Meanwhile, the Capitals are fresh off a high-scoring 7-4 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Monday, where their offense finally broke out.
My Personal Insight: “I’m leaning towards the Washington Capitals (-135) in this one. The schedule makers did Dallas no favors here; playing a back-to-back on the road against a rested team is tough, especially without the leadership of Jamie Benn and Tyler Seguin. Washington’s offense looked rejuvenated against Anaheim, and I expect them to capitalize on the Stars’ fatigue. I also like the Over 5.5 goals—both teams have elite finishers like Rantanen and Ovechkin who can turn a game into a shootout quickly.”
Prediction: Washington Capitals 4, Dallas Stars 2.
Finding the Action & Join Our Community
If you are looking for more ways to find the Dallas Stars on TV today, check your local listings for Victory+ availability. For the full Washington Capitals TV schedule, keep an eye on Monumental Sports Network for future local games. As we watch the NHL point leaders 2025-26 season race tighten, don’t forget to test your own knowledge. Join our online hockey pool for cash prizes on my website—it’s the best way to stay engaged with every goal and assist this season.
The post Dallas Stars vs Washington Capitals: TV Channel, Stream, Odds & Prediction (Jan 7, 2026) appeared first on NHL Trade Rumors.
