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Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Carolina Hurricanes (14-3-2) visit the Washington Capitals (10-6-0) on Thursday, January 14, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: CARNHL. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes.

NHLThursday, January 14, 2027
Carolina Hurricanes logoCarolina Hurricanes14-3-2
7:00 PM ETJan 14, 2027
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
DateJan 14, 2027
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC
TVCARNHL

Team comparison

Carolina HurricanesWashington Capitals
Goals per game
4.1
3.5
Goals allowed per game
2.4
3.3
14-3-2Record10-6-0
1st in Metropolitan DivisionStanding4th in Metropolitan Division
8-3Road record / home record7-4
WWLWWLast 5WWLLW
W2StreakW2

Team stats

Carolina HurricanesWashington Capitals
Goals Against Average
2.32
3.40
Shots Against per Game
22.4
27.7
Penalty Kill Percentage
85.0
76.5
Power Play Goals Against
9
12
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
4.11
3.53
Shots per Game
33.3
27.8
Power Play Goals
14
8
Power Play Percentage
22.2
20.0
Short Handed Goals
3
1
Penalty Minutes
164
162

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Carolina Hurricanes
Jordan Staal C · Calf
Injured Reserve
William Carrier LW · Knee
Day-To-Day
Washington Capitals
Rasmus Sandin D · Knee - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Vincent Desharnais D · Abdomen - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Patrick Thomas C · Upper Body
Injured Reserve

Recent form

Carolina HurricanesWWLWW
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Chicago BlackhawksW 9-2
Nov 5, 2026 · at New York IslandersW 5-3
Nov 3, 2026 · at Nashville PredatorsL 1-4
Nov 1, 2026 · vs Winnipeg JetsW 7-0
Oct 29, 2026 · vs Columbus Blue JacketsW 3-2
Washington CapitalsWWLLW
Nov 10, 2026 · at Ottawa SenatorsW 3-2
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersW 4-3
Nov 3, 2026 · vs Dallas StarsL 5-6
Nov 1, 2026 · vs Minnesota WildL 1-5
Oct 29, 2026 · at Nashville PredatorsW 4-3

Season series

Series tied 1-1
Mar 3, 2027CAR 0, WSH 0
Jan 14, 2027CAR 0, WSH 0
Oct 13, 2026WSH 2, CAR 4
Oct 2, 2026WSH 5, CAR 2

Team pages

Carolina Hurricanes
Schedule, roster and statsWashington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Thursday, January 14, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals?

TV: CARNHL.

What are the records of the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals?

Carolina Hurricanes: 14-3-2. Washington Capitals: 10-6-0.

Who is injured for Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals?

Listed out or doubtful: Carolina Hurricanes: Jordan Staal. Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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