Follow Canadiens vs Capitals live on October 14 at Capital One Arena: updated score, goals, penalties, start time and broadcast.
Second game in two nights for the Montreal Canadiens, who visit the Washington Capitals this Wednesday, October 14, at Capital One Arena. The Habs arrive on a two game winning streak, both in shootouts, while the Capitals have dropped two straight. Follow it here live: score, goals, penalties and recap, updated all evening.
- Puck drop at 7:30 p.m. ET at Capital One Arena in Washington.
- Broadcast in Canada: Prime Video, according to the NHL schedule.
- Records: Canadiens 3-2-1, Capitals 3-3-0.
- Both teams played Tuesday night: it is the second half of a back-to-back on both sides.
- The score below is updated throughout the game (paused during intermissions).
Live score
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | T | SOG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadiens | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Capitals | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
No goals yet.
The context at a glance
The Canadiens have found a way to win tight games: 1-0 in a shootout against Detroit on Saturday, then 4-3 in a shootout against Buffalo on Tuesday at the Bell Centre. In Washington, it is the opposite: the Capitals lost 5-3 to Seattle on Sunday, then 4-2 in Carolina on Tuesday. Both clubs are on the second half of a back-to-back, so fresh legs could make the difference in the third period.
Who is hot
In net, Jacob Fowler is 2-1-0 with a 1.91 goals against average and a .906 save percentage this season. For Washington, Logan Thompson is 3-2-0 with a 2.84 average and a .904 save percentage. Starting goalies will be confirmed closer to puck drop.
Canadiens vs Capitals: your questions
What time does Canadiens vs Capitals start?+
Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Where can I watch the Canadiens game tonight?+
In Canada, the NHL schedule lists Prime Video as the broadcaster.
Where is the game played?+
At Capital One Arena in Washington, home of the Capitals.
How can I follow the live score?+
On this page, the scoreboard is updated during the game. The official NHL game center also has every play in detail.
Source: NHL game center.
