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Washington Capitals vs New York Islanders: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the New York Islanders (7-6-4) on Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET, at UBS Arena, Elmont, NY. TV: MSGSN, MNMT. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for New York Islanders vs Washington Capitals.

NHLWednesday, December 30, 2026
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
4:00 PM ETDec 30, 2026
New York Islanders logoNew York Islanders7-6-4
DateDec 30, 2026
Time4:00 PM ET
VenueUBS Arena, Elmont, NY
TVMSGSN, MNMT

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsNew York Islanders
Goals per game
3.5
2.9
Goals allowed per game
3.3
3.1
10-6-0Record7-6-4
4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding5th in Metropolitan Division
3-2Road record / home record4-5
WWLLWLast 5LLLLW
W2StreakL4

Team stats

Washington CapitalsNew York Islanders
Goals Against Average
3.40
2.94
Shots Against per Game
27.7
29.1
Penalty Kill Percentage
76.5
86.7
Power Play Goals Against
12
8
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
3.53
2.82
Shots per Game
27.8
25.8
Power Play Goals
8
8
Power Play Percentage
20.0
15.4
Short Handed Goals
1
2
Penalty Minutes
162
232

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
New York Islanders
Matias Maccelli LW · Lower Body
Injured Reserve
Mathew Barzal C · Knee
Injured Reserve
Ryan Pulock D · Upper Body
Out
Calum Ritchie C · Lower Body
Injured Reserve
Alexander Romanov D · Knee - 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
New York IslandersLLLLW
Nov 9, 2026 · at San Jose SharksL 2-3
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New Jersey DevilsL 4-5
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Carolina HurricanesL 3-5
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Edmonton OilersL 0-4
Oct 29, 2026 · at Minnesota WildW 4-3

Season series

Series starts 12/30
Mar 17, 2027NYI 0, WSH 0
Mar 1, 2027WSH 0, NYI 0
Jan 22, 2027NYI 0, WSH 0
Dec 30, 2026WSH 0, NYI 0

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and statsNew York Islanders
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs New York Islanders?

The game is on Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET at UBS Arena, Elmont, NY.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs New York Islanders?

TV: MSGSN, MNMT.

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and New York Islanders?

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. New York Islanders: 7-6-4.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs New York Islanders?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. New York Islanders: Matias Maccelli, Mathew Barzal, Ryan Pulock, Calum Ritchie. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs New York Islanders played?

UBS Arena, Elmont, NY.

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