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Edmonton Oilers vs Washington Capitals: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Edmonton Oilers (13-3-3) visit the Washington Capitals (10-6-0) on Monday, December 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: MNMT. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Capitals vs Edmonton Oilers.

NHLMonday, December 28, 2026
Edmonton Oilers logoEdmonton Oilers13-3-3
7:00 PM ETDec 28, 2026
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
DateDec 28, 2026
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC
TVMNMT

Team comparison

Edmonton OilersWashington Capitals
Goals per game
4.1
3.5
Goals allowed per game
2.9
3.3
13-3-3Record10-6-0
1st in Pacific DivisionStanding4th in Metropolitan Division
7-1Road record / home record7-4
WWLLWLast 5WWLLW
W2StreakW2

Team stats

Edmonton OilersWashington Capitals
Goals Against Average
2.84
3.40
Shots Against per Game
26.5
27.7
Penalty Kill Percentage
77.0
76.5
Power Play Goals Against
14
12
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
4.05
3.53
Shots per Game
25.6
27.8
Power Play Goals
22
8
Power Play Percentage
32.4
20.0
Short Handed Goals
4
1
Penalty Minutes
204
162

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Edmonton Oilers
Isaac Howard LW · Knee
Injured Reserve
Alec Regula D · Undisclosed
Injured Reserve
Matt Savoie C · Lower Body - Not Specified
Injured Reserve
Injured Reserve
Mattias Janmark C · Undisclosed - Surgery
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

Edmonton OilersWWLLW
Nov 9, 2026 · vs New York RangersW 3-1
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Vancouver CanucksW 4-2
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Anaheim DucksL 4-5
Nov 3, 2026 · at New Jersey DevilsL 3-4
Nov 1, 2026 · at New York RangersW 4-1
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 12/3
Dec 28, 2026EDM 0, WSH 0
Dec 3, 2026WSH 0, EDM 0

Team pages

Edmonton Oilers
Schedule, roster and statsWashington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Edmonton Oilers vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Monday, December 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch Edmonton Oilers vs Washington Capitals?

TV: MNMT.

What are the records of the Edmonton Oilers and Washington Capitals?

Edmonton Oilers: 13-3-3. Washington Capitals: 10-6-0.

Who is injured for Edmonton Oilers vs Washington Capitals?

Listed out or doubtful: Edmonton Oilers: Isaac Howard, Alec Regula, Matt Savoie, Frederik Andersen. 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 Edmonton Oilers vs Washington Capitals played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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