Games / NHL / Dec 26, 2026

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets (7-9-0) visit the Washington Capitals (10-6-0) on Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: CBJNHL, MNMT. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Capitals vs Columbus Blue Jackets.

NHLSaturday, December 26, 2026

Columbus Blue Jackets7-9-0

8:00 PM ETDec 26, 2026

Washington Capitals10-6-0

DateDec 26, 2026

Time8:00 PM ET

VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC

TVCBJNHL, MNMT

Team comparison

Columbus Blue JacketsWashington Capitals

Goals per game

2.6

3.5

Goals allowed per game

3.2

3.3

7-9-0Record10-6-0

7th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding4th in Metropolitan Division

1-5Road record / home record7-4

LLWWLLast 5WWLLW

L2StreakW2

Team stats

Columbus Blue JacketsWashington Capitals

Goals Against Average

3.13

3.40

Shots Against per Game

28.1

27.7

Penalty Kill Percentage

75.6

76.5

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.53

3.53

Shots per Game

25.8

27.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

17.5

20.0

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

126

162

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Columbus Blue Jackets

No injuries listed.

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

Columbus Blue JacketsLLWWL

Nov 10, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersL 1-4

Nov 6, 2026 · at Buffalo SabresL 2-5

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Dallas StarsW 2-1

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Colorado AvalancheW 7-2

Oct 31, 2026 · at Dallas StarsL 1-3

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 12/26

Apr 6, 2027WSH 0, CBJ 0

Apr 3, 2027CBJ 0, WSH 0

Dec 31, 2026WSH 0, CBJ 0

Dec 26, 2026CBJ 0, WSH 0

Team pages

Columbus Blue Jackets
Schedule, roster and stats

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals?

TV: CBJNHL, MNMT.

What are the records of the Columbus Blue Jackets and Washington Capitals?

Columbus Blue Jackets: 7-9-0. Washington Capitals: 10-6-0.

Who is injured for Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals?

Listed out or doubtful: 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 Columbus Blue Jackets vs Washington Capitals played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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