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Washington Capitals vs Edmonton Oilers: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the Edmonton Oilers (13-3-3) on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB. TV: MNMT, MNMT2. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Edmonton Oilers vs Washington Capitals.

NHLThursday, December 3, 2026
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
8:00 PM ETDec 3, 2026
Edmonton Oilers logoEdmonton Oilers13-3-3
DateDec 3, 2026
Time8:00 PM ET
VenueRogers Place, Edmonton, AB
TVMNMT, MNMT2

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsEdmonton Oilers
Goals per game
3.5
4.1
Goals allowed per game
3.3
2.9
10-6-0Record13-3-3
4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding1st in Pacific Division
3-2Road record / home record6-5
WWLLWLast 5WWLLW
W2StreakW2

Team stats

Washington CapitalsEdmonton Oilers
Goals Against Average
3.40
2.84
Shots Against per Game
27.7
26.5
Penalty Kill Percentage
76.5
77.0
Power Play Goals Against
12
14
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
3.53
4.05
Shots per Game
27.8
25.6
Power Play Goals
8
22
Power Play Percentage
20.0
32.4
Short Handed Goals
1
4
Penalty Minutes
162
204

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
Edmonton Oilers
Isaac Howard LW · Knee
Injured Reserve
Alec Regula D · Undisclosed
Injured Reserve
Matt Savoie C · Lower Body - Not Specified
Injured Reserve
Injured Reserve
Mattias Janmark C · Undisclosed - Surgery
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
Edmonton OilersWWLLW
Nov 9, 2026 · vs New York RangersW 3-1
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Vancouver CanucksW 4-2
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Anaheim DucksL 4-5
Nov 3, 2026 · at New Jersey DevilsL 3-4
Nov 1, 2026 · at New York RangersW 4-1

Season series

Series starts 12/3
Dec 28, 2026EDM 0, WSH 0
Dec 3, 2026WSH 0, EDM 0

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and statsEdmonton Oilers
Schedule, roster and stats

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Disney+/ESPN+/Hulu
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Calgary Flames8-9-1
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Minnesota Wild13-3-4
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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs Edmonton Oilers?

The game is on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs Edmonton Oilers?

TV: MNMT, MNMT2.

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and Edmonton Oilers?

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. Edmonton Oilers: 13-3-3.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Edmonton Oilers?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Edmonton Oilers: Isaac Howard, Alec Regula, Matt Savoie, Frederik Andersen. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs Edmonton Oilers played?

Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB.

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