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Capitals Kick Off Season vs. Stanley Cup Champs
3 Oct
Summary
- Capitals begin their 2026-27 season Friday night.
- Alex Ovechkin returns from injury for opening game.
- Several new players will debut for the Capitals.
The Washington Capitals are set to commence their 2026-27 NHL season this Friday evening. Their opening game is against the Carolina Hurricanes, the reigning Stanley Cup champions, at Lenovo Center. This marks a significant start for the team after a period of notable offseason changes and additions.
Veteran star Alex Ovechkin will begin his 22nd NHL campaign, making his return after a lower-body injury that kept him out of all preseason games. Furthermore, the Capitals will see their newest acquisitions take the ice for the first time. Players like Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou, Boone Jenner, and Vincent Desharnais are expected to make their Capitals debuts.
The team faces an immediate test, with their first two games on the road. Following the matchup against the Hurricanes, the Capitals will travel to Tampa to play the Lightning in the second game of a back-to-back set on Saturday night. Puck drop for the season opener against Carolina is scheduled for shortly after 7 pm.
