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Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Colorado Avalanche (11-6-2) visit the Washington Capitals (10-6-0) on Saturday, January 16, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: Altitude 2 Sports, KTVD-TV (My20). Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Capitals vs Colorado Avalanche.

NHLSaturday, January 16, 2027

Colorado Avalanche11-6-2

7:00 PM ETJan 16, 2027

Washington Capitals10-6-0

DateJan 16, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC

TVAltitude 2 Sports, KTVD-TV (My20)

Team comparison

Colorado AvalancheWashington Capitals

Goals per game

4.1

3.5

Goals allowed per game

3.1

3.3

11-6-2Record10-6-0

2nd in Central DivisionStanding4th in Metropolitan Division

4-5Road record / home record7-4

WWLLWLast 5WWLLW

W2StreakW2

Team stats

Colorado AvalancheWashington Capitals

Goals Against Average

3.06

3.40

Shots Against per Game

27.2

27.7

Penalty Kill Percentage

78.2

76.5

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

4.00

3.53

Shots per Game

30.6

27.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

23.3

20.0

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

164

162

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Colorado Avalanche

Josh Manson D · Ankle

Injured Reserve

Zachary L'Heureux LW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

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

Colorado AvalancheWWLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 6-3

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-0

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Nashville PredatorsL 2-3

Nov 3, 2026 · at Columbus Blue JacketsL 2-7

Nov 2, 2026 · at Chicago BlackhawksW 5-2

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 starts 12/12

Jan 16, 2027COL 0, WSH 0

Dec 12, 2026WSH 0, COL 0

Team pages

Colorado Avalanche
Schedule, roster and stats

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Saturday, January 16, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals?

TV: Altitude 2 Sports, KTVD-TV (My20).

What are the records of the Colorado Avalanche and Washington Capitals?

Colorado Avalanche: 11-6-2. Washington Capitals: 10-6-0.

Who is injured for Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals?

Listed out or doubtful: Colorado Avalanche: Josh Manson, Zachary L'Heureux. 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 Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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