Games / NHL / Jan 8, 2027

Washington Capitals vs San Jose Sharks: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the San Jose Sharks (8-11-1) on Friday, January 8, 2027 at 10:00 PM ET, at SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA. TV: MNMT2, NBC Sports BA. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for San Jose Sharks vs Washington Capitals.

NHLFriday, January 8, 2027

Washington Capitals10-6-0

10:00 PM ETJan 8, 2027

San Jose Sharks8-11-1

DateJan 8, 2027

Time10:00 PM ET

VenueSAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA

TVMNMT2, NBC Sports BA

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsSan Jose Sharks

Goals per game

3.5

2.5

Goals allowed per game

3.3

3.5

10-6-0Record8-11-1

4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding5th in Pacific Division

3-2Road record / home record4-5

WWLLWLast 5WLLLL

W2StreakW1

Team stats

Washington CapitalsSan Jose Sharks

Goals Against Average

3.40

3.50

Shots Against per Game

27.7

30.2

Penalty Kill Percentage

76.5

76.4

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.53

2.45

Shots per Game

27.8

27.6

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

20.0

20.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

162

219

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

San Jose Sharks

Igor Chernyshov LW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Quentin Musty LW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Kyle Keyser G · 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

San Jose SharksWLLLL

Nov 9, 2026 · vs New York IslandersW 3-2

Nov 7, 2026 · at Dallas StarsL 3-4

Nov 6, 2026 · at Minnesota WildL 1-4

Nov 4, 2026 · at Los Angeles KingsL 2-7

Nov 2, 2026 · vs Calgary FlamesL 1-2

Season series

Series starts 1/8

Feb 19, 2027SJ 0, WSH 0

Jan 8, 2027WSH 0, SJ 0

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

San Jose Sharks
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs San Jose Sharks?

The game is on Friday, January 8, 2027 at 10:00 PM ET at SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs San Jose Sharks?

TV: MNMT2, NBC Sports BA.

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and San Jose Sharks?

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. San Jose Sharks: 8-11-1.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs San Jose Sharks?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. San Jose Sharks: Igor Chernyshov, Quentin Musty, Kyle Keyser. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs San Jose Sharks played?

SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA.

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