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Washington Capitals vs Dallas Stars: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the Dallas Stars (10-5-2) on Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET, at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX. TV: TNT/truTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Dallas Stars vs Washington Capitals.

NHLTuesday, December 15, 2026
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
9:30 PM ETDec 15, 2026
Dallas Stars logoDallas Stars10-5-2
DateDec 15, 2026
Time9:30 PM ET
VenueAmerican Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
TVTNT/truTV

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsDallas Stars
Goals per game
3.5
2.9
Goals allowed per game
3.3
2.4
10-6-0Record10-5-2
4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding3rd in Central Division
3-2Road record / home record6-4
WWLLWLast 5WLWWL
W2StreakW1

Team stats

Washington CapitalsDallas Stars
Goals Against Average
3.40
2.29
Shots Against per Game
27.7
22.9
Penalty Kill Percentage
76.5
89.7
Power Play Goals Against
12
6
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
3.53
2.82
Shots per Game
27.8
26.1
Power Play Goals
8
11
Power Play Percentage
20.0
27.5
Short Handed Goals
1
1
Penalty Minutes
162
162

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
Dallas Stars
Injured Reserve
Oskar Back C · Finger - Fracture
Injured Reserve
Matt Duchene C · Abdomen
Injured Reserve
Luke Krys D · Undisclosed
Injured Reserve
Miro Heiskanen D · Upper Body
Day-To-Day

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
Dallas StarsWLWWL
Nov 7, 2026 · vs San Jose SharksW 4-3
Nov 5, 2026 · at Columbus Blue JacketsL 1-2
Nov 3, 2026 · at Washington CapitalsW 6-5
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Columbus Blue JacketsW 3-1
Oct 29, 2026 · vs Montreal CanadiensL 2-5

Season series

DAL leads series 1-0
Dec 15, 2026WSH 0, DAL 0
Nov 3, 2026DAL 6, WSH 5

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and statsDallas Stars
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs Dallas Stars?

The game is on Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs Dallas Stars?

TV: TNT/truTV.

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and Dallas Stars?

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. Dallas Stars: 10-5-2.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Dallas Stars?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Dallas Stars: Kyle Capobianco, Oskar Back, Matt Duchene, Luke Krys. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs Dallas Stars played?

American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

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