Games / NHL / Jan 12, 2027

Vegas Golden Knights vs Washington Capitals: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Vegas Golden Knights (12-5-2) visit the Washington Capitals (10-6-0) on Tuesday, January 12, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: Scripps Sports. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Capitals vs Vegas Golden Knights.

NHLTuesday, January 12, 2027

Vegas Golden Knights12-5-2

7:00 PM ETJan 12, 2027

Washington Capitals10-6-0

DateJan 12, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC

TVScripps Sports

Team comparison

Vegas Golden KnightsWashington Capitals

Goals per game

3.4

3.5

Goals allowed per game

2.7

3.3

12-5-2Record10-6-0

2nd in Pacific DivisionStanding4th in Metropolitan Division

6-4Road record / home record7-4

WWWLLLast 5WWLLW

W3StreakW2

Team stats

Vegas Golden KnightsWashington Capitals

Goals Against Average

2.63

3.40

Shots Against per Game

25.8

27.7

Penalty Kill Percentage

76.5

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.32

3.53

Shots per Game

28.5

27.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

26.3

20.0

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

160

162

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Vegas Golden Knights

Noah Hanifin D · Undisclosed

Out

Parker Wotherspoon D · 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

Vegas Golden KnightsWWWLL

Nov 8, 2026 · at Buffalo SabresW 4-1

Nov 5, 2026 · at Detroit Red WingsW 2-1

Nov 3, 2026 · at Pittsburgh PenguinsW 3-2

Nov 2, 2026 · at Boston BruinsL 2-3

Oct 30, 2026 · vs New Jersey DevilsL 2-5

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

Series starts 1/12

Jan 30, 2027WSH 0, VGK 0

Jan 12, 2027VGK 0, WSH 0

Team pages

Vegas Golden Knights
Schedule, roster and stats

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Vegas Golden Knights vs Washington Capitals?

The game is on Tuesday, January 12, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch Vegas Golden Knights vs Washington Capitals?

TV: Scripps Sports.

What are the records of the Vegas Golden Knights and Washington Capitals?

Vegas Golden Knights: 12-5-2. Washington Capitals: 10-6-0.

Who is injured for Vegas Golden Knights vs Washington Capitals?

Listed out or doubtful: Vegas Golden Knights: Noah Hanifin, Parker Wotherspoon. 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 Vegas Golden Knights vs Washington Capitals played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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