Games / NHL / Mar 3, 2027

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

The Carolina Hurricanes (14-3-2) visit the Washington Capitals (10-6-0) on Wednesday, March 3, 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.

NHLWednesday, March 3, 2027

Carolina Hurricanes14-3-2

7:00 PM ETMar 3, 2027

Washington Capitals10-6-0

DateMar 3, 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

3.31

Shots Against per Game

22.4

27.6

Penalty Kill Percentage

85.0

77.8

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

4.11

3.50

Shots per Game

33.3

27.1

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

22.2

18.2

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

164

168

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 stats

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Wednesday, March 3, 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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