Live updates: Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center

Live Updates: Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center

Tonight’s matchup serves as a crucial test for the Washington Capitals after losing six of their last seven games. This game could shape their season’s trajectory.

They face the Carolina Hurricanes, one of the NHL’s strongest teams and one of their toughest rivals, in Raleigh. The last encounter ended poorly for Washington, as the Hurricanes eliminated them in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Adding to the rivalry, Carolina’s general manager Eric Tulsky further frustrated the Caps by signing away one of their key players during free agency.

The Hurricanes come into this game riding a four-game winning streak and holding a 5-1-0 record at home. For the Capitals to compete, they’ll rely heavily on standout goaltender and early Vezina Trophy candidate Logan Thompson. They’ll also need more production from their middle six forwards, who have been underperforming.

Defenseman Declan Chisholm is stepping into the lineup in place of Trevor van Riemsdyk. The opening puck drop is scheduled for just after 7:00 p.m., with Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin on the call for Monumental Sports Network.

“Puck is dropped. Protas-McMichael-Wilson and Chychrun-Roy get the start. Hurricanes already dominating on the first shift. Ethen Frank draws a penalty with his speed on K’Andre Miller 55 seconds in. Caps go to their first power play.”
Author’s Summary

The Capitals face a major early-season challenge against a hot Carolina team, needing strong goaltending and a revived middle six to stay competitive.

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RMNB RMNB — 2025-11-12

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