Games / NHL / Jan 18, 2027

Washington Capitals vs Pittsburgh Penguins: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the Pittsburgh Penguins (6-10-2) on Monday, January 18, 2027 at 4:00 PM ET, at PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA. TV: TNT/truTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals.

NHLMonday, January 18, 2027

Washington Capitals10-6-0

4:00 PM ETJan 18, 2027

Pittsburgh Penguins6-10-2

DateJan 18, 2027

Time4:00 PM ET

VenuePPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA

TVTNT/truTV

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsPittsburgh Penguins

Goals per game

3.5

3.2

Goals allowed per game

3.3

3.6

10-6-0Record6-10-2

4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding7th in Metropolitan Division

3-2Road record / home record4-4

WWLLWLast 5LWLLL

W2StreakL1

Team stats

Washington CapitalsPittsburgh Penguins

Goals Against Average

3.40

3.56

Shots Against per Game

27.7

27.3

Penalty Kill Percentage

76.5

76.6

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.53

3.17

Shots per Game

27.8

27.3

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

20.0

20.4

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

162

116

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

Pittsburgh Penguins

Elmer Soderblom LW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Bryan Rust RW · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Trevor van Riemsdyk D · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Ryan Graves D · Knee

Injured Reserve

Ville Koivunen RW · Lower Body - Not Specified

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

Pittsburgh PenguinsLWLLL

Nov 8, 2026 · at Anaheim DucksL 2-5

Nov 7, 2026 · at Los Angeles KingsW 5-2

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Boston BruinsL 2-6

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 2-3

Oct 31, 2026 · at Montreal CanadiensL 4-5

Season series

WSH leads series 1-0

Apr 4, 2027PIT 0, WSH 0

Mar 13, 2027WSH 0, PIT 0

Jan 18, 2027WSH 0, PIT 0

Oct 7, 2026PIT 3, WSH 5

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

Pittsburgh Penguins
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs Pittsburgh Penguins?

The game is on Monday, January 18, 2027 at 4:00 PM ET at PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs Pittsburgh Penguins?

TV: TNT/truTV.

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins?

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. Pittsburgh Penguins: 6-10-2.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Pittsburgh Penguins?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Pittsburgh Penguins: Elmer Soderblom, Bryan Rust, Trevor van Riemsdyk, Ryan Graves. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs Pittsburgh Penguins played?

PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA.

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