Games / NHL / Dec 12, 2026

Washington Capitals vs Colorado Avalanche: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the Colorado Avalanche (11-6-2) on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, at Ball Arena, Denver, CO. TV: MNMT2, MNMT, Altitude 2 Sports, KTVD-TV (My20). Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals.

NHLSaturday, December 12, 2026

Washington Capitals10-6-0

9:00 PM ETDec 12, 2026

Colorado Avalanche11-6-2

DateDec 12, 2026

Time9:00 PM ET

VenueBall Arena, Denver, CO

TVMNMT2, MNMT, Altitude 2 Sports, KTVD-TV (My20)

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsColorado Avalanche

Goals per game

3.5

4.1

Goals allowed per game

3.3

3.1

10-6-0Record11-6-2

4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding2nd in Central Division

3-2Road record / home record7-3

WWLLWLast 5WWLLW

W2StreakW2

Team stats

Washington CapitalsColorado Avalanche

Goals Against Average

3.40

3.06

Shots Against per Game

27.7

27.2

Penalty Kill Percentage

76.5

78.2

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.53

4.00

Shots per Game

27.8

30.6

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

20.0

23.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

162

164

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

Colorado Avalanche

Josh Manson D · Ankle

Injured Reserve

Zachary L'Heureux LW · Upper 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

Colorado AvalancheWWLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 6-3

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-0

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Nashville PredatorsL 2-3

Nov 3, 2026 · at Columbus Blue JacketsL 2-7

Nov 2, 2026 · at Chicago BlackhawksW 5-2

Season series

Series starts 12/12

Jan 16, 2027COL 0, WSH 0

Dec 12, 2026WSH 0, COL 0

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

Colorado Avalanche
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs Colorado Avalanche?

The game is on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET at Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs Colorado Avalanche?

TV: MNMT2, MNMT, Altitude 2 Sports, KTVD-TV (My20).

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and Colorado Avalanche?

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. Colorado Avalanche: 11-6-2.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Colorado Avalanche?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Colorado Avalanche: Josh Manson, Zachary L'Heureux. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs Colorado Avalanche played?

Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

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