Games / NHL / Nov 17, 2026

Washington Capitals vs Tampa Bay Lightning: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (9-6-0) visit the Tampa Bay Lightning (11-4-2) on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET, at Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL. TV: Disney+/ESPN+/Hulu. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Tampa Bay Lightning vs Washington Capitals.

NHLTuesday, November 17, 2026

Washington Capitals9-6-0

7:30 PM ETNov 17, 2026

Tampa Bay Lightning11-4-2

DateNov 17, 2026

Time7:30 PM ET

VenueBenchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL

TVDisney+/ESPN+/Hulu

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsTampa Bay Lightning

Goals per game

3.5

3.7

Goals allowed per game

3.4

3.1

9-6-0Record11-4-2

4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding3rd in Atlantic Division

2-2Road record / home record8-0

WLLWWLast 5LWWWL

W1StreakL1

Team stats

Washington CapitalsTampa Bay Lightning

Goals Against Average

3.40

3.06

Shots Against per Game

27.7

24.7

Penalty Kill Percentage

76.5

72.9

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.53

3.71

Shots per Game

27.8

29.9

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

20.0

19.4

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

162

140

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

Tampa Bay Lightning

Brayden Point C · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Recent form

Washington CapitalsWLLWW

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

Oct 28, 2026 · vs Philadelphia FlyersW 5-2

Tampa Bay LightningLWWWL

Nov 8, 2026 · at Winnipeg JetsL 3-4

Nov 7, 2026 · at Minnesota WildW 4-3

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Chicago BlackhawksW 4-1

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-2

Oct 31, 2026 · at Nashville PredatorsL 4-5

Season series

TB leads series 1-0

Mar 15, 2027TB 0, WSH 0

Nov 17, 2026WSH 0, TB 0

Oct 3, 2026WSH 1, TB 3

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and stats

Tampa Bay Lightning
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

The game is on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET at Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

TV: Disney+/ESPN+/Hulu.

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and Tampa Bay Lightning?

Washington Capitals: 9-6-0. Tampa Bay Lightning: 11-4-2.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Tampa Bay Lightning: Brayden Point. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs Tampa Bay Lightning played?

Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL.

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