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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Pittsburgh Penguins (6-10-2) visit the Washington Capitals (10-6-0) on Sunday, April 4, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: ESPN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Capitals vs Pittsburgh Penguins.

NHLSunday, April 4, 2027
Pittsburgh Penguins logoPittsburgh Penguins6-10-2
7:00 PM ETApr 4, 2027
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
DateApr 4, 2027
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC
TVESPN

Team comparison

Pittsburgh PenguinsWashington Capitals
Goals per game
3.2
3.5
Goals allowed per game
3.6
3.3
6-10-2Record10-6-0
7th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding4th in Metropolitan Division
2-8Road record / home record7-4
LWLLLLast 5WWLLW
L1StreakW2

Team stats

Pittsburgh PenguinsWashington Capitals
Goals Against Average
3.56
3.31
Shots Against per Game
27.3
27.6
Penalty Kill Percentage
76.6
77.8
Power Play Goals Against
11
12
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
3.17
3.50
Shots per Game
27.3
27.1
Power Play Goals
11
8
Power Play Percentage
20.4
18.2
Short Handed Goals
2
1
Penalty Minutes
116
168

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Pittsburgh Penguins
Elmer Soderblom LW · Upper Body
Injured Reserve
Bryan Rust RW · Lower Body
Injured Reserve
Trevor van Riemsdyk D · Lower Body
Injured Reserve
Ryan Graves D · Knee
Injured Reserve
Ville Koivunen RW · Lower Body - Not Specified
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

Pittsburgh PenguinsLWLLL
Nov 8, 2026 · at Anaheim DucksL 2-5
Nov 7, 2026 · at Los Angeles KingsW 5-2
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Boston BruinsL 2-6
Nov 3, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 2-3
Oct 31, 2026 · at Montreal CanadiensL 4-5
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

WSH leads series 1-0
Apr 4, 2027PIT 0, WSH 0
Mar 13, 2027WSH 0, PIT 0
Jan 18, 2027WSH 0, PIT 0
Oct 7, 2026PIT 3, WSH 5

Team pages

Pittsburgh Penguins
Schedule, roster and statsWashington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Sunday, April 4, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals?

TV: ESPN.

What are the records of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals?

Pittsburgh Penguins: 6-10-2. Washington Capitals: 10-6-0.

Who is injured for Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals?

Listed out or doubtful: Pittsburgh Penguins: Elmer Soderblom, Bryan Rust, Trevor van Riemsdyk, Ryan Graves. 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 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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