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Washington Capitals vs Calgary Flames: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the Calgary Flames (8-9-1) on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET, at Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB. TV: MNMT. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Calgary Flames vs Washington Capitals.

NHLSaturday, December 5, 2026

Washington Capitals10-6-0

3:30 PM ETDec 5, 2026

Calgary Flames8-9-1

DateDec 5, 2026

Time3:30 PM ET

VenueScotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB

TVMNMT

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsCalgary Flames

Goals per game

3.5

2.6

Goals allowed per game

3.3

3.5

10-6-0Record8-9-1

4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding5th in Pacific Division

3-2Road record / home record6-4

WWLLWLast 5WLLWL

W2StreakW1

Team stats

Washington CapitalsCalgary Flames

Goals Against Average

3.40

3.50

Shots Against per Game

27.7

30.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

76.5

82.1

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.53

2.56

Shots per Game

27.8

27.4

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

20.0

28.6

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

162

197

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Washington Capitals

Rasmus Sandin D · Knee - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Vincent Desharnais D · Abdomen - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Patrick Thomas C · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Calgary Flames

Kevin Bahl D · Achilles - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Jonathan Huberdeau LW · Hip - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Connor Zary C · Knee - Surgery

Out

Samuel Honzek LW · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Recent form

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

Calgary FlamesWLLWL

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Philadelphia FlyersW 4-3

Nov 6, 2026 · vs Anaheim DucksL 3-5

Nov 4, 2026 · at Seattle KrakenL 1-2

Nov 2, 2026 · at San Jose SharksW 2-1

Oct 31, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 2-5

Season series

Series starts 12/5

Mar 9, 2027CGY 0, WSH 0

Dec 5, 2026WSH 0, CGY 0

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

Calgary Flames
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs Calgary Flames?

The game is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET at Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs Calgary Flames?

TV: MNMT.

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and Calgary Flames?

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. Calgary Flames: 8-9-1.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Calgary Flames?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Calgary Flames: Kevin Bahl, Jonathan Huberdeau, Connor Zary, Samuel Honzek. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs Calgary Flames played?

Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB.

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