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Washington Capitals vs Vancouver Canucks: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) visit the Vancouver Canucks (3-16-1) on Monday, December 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, at Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC. TV: MNMT. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Vancouver Canucks vs Washington Capitals.

NHLMonday, December 7, 2026
Washington Capitals logoWashington Capitals10-6-0
9:00 PM ETDec 7, 2026
Vancouver Canucks logoVancouver Canucks3-16-1
DateDec 7, 2026
Time9:00 PM ET
VenueRogers Arena, Vancouver, BC
TVMNMT

Team comparison

Washington CapitalsVancouver Canucks
Goals per game
3.5
2.8
Goals allowed per game
3.3
4.5
10-6-0Record3-16-1
4th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding8th in Pacific Division
3-2Road record / home record1-8
WWLLWLast 5LLLLL
W2StreakL6

Team stats

Washington CapitalsVancouver Canucks
Goals Against Average
3.40
4.50
Shots Against per Game
27.7
30.5
Penalty Kill Percentage
76.5
63.1
Power Play Goals Against
12
24
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
3.53
2.80
Shots per Game
27.8
21.8
Power Play Goals
8
13
Power Play Percentage
20.0
20.6
Short Handed Goals
1
2
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
Vancouver Canucks
Filip Chytil C · Shoulder - Not Specified
Injured Reserve
Mackenzie MacEachern LW · Undisclosed
Injured Reserve
Thatcher Demko G · Hip - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Tom Willander D · Lower Body
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
Vancouver CanucksLLLLL
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Philadelphia FlyersL 1-3
Nov 7, 2026 · at Edmonton OilersL 2-4
Nov 5, 2026 · at Winnipeg JetsL 2-6
Nov 3, 2026 · vs Anaheim DucksL 4-5
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Toronto Maple LeafsL 2-4

Season series

Series starts 12/1
Dec 7, 2026WSH 0, VAN 0
Dec 1, 2026VAN 0, WSH 0

Team pages

Washington Capitals
Schedule, roster and statsVancouver Canucks
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Capitals vs Vancouver Canucks?

The game is on Monday, December 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET at Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC.

How can I watch Washington Capitals vs Vancouver Canucks?

TV: MNMT.

What are the records of the Washington Capitals and Vancouver Canucks?

Washington Capitals: 10-6-0. Vancouver Canucks: 3-16-1.

Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Vancouver Canucks?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Capitals: Rasmus Sandin, Vincent Desharnais, Patrick Thomas. Vancouver Canucks: Filip Chytil, Mackenzie MacEachern, Thatcher Demko. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Capitals vs Vancouver Canucks played?

Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC.

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