The Washington Capitals are gearing up to face the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center on April 2, 2026, in a crucial matchup for both teams. Currently, the Capitals hold a record of 38-28-9, placing them 12th in the Eastern Conference, while the Devils sit at 38-34-2, ranking 13th.
In their last outing, the Capitals secured a 6-4 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers, and they are not expected to make any lineup changes for this upcoming game. Key players for the Capitals include Alex Ovechkin and Dylan Strome, who are anticipated to play pivotal roles in the matchup.
The Devils, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back with their star player Timo Meier and captain Nico Hischier leading the charge. Notably, Jack Hughes has been a standout performer, accumulating 63 points in 53 games this season.
In terms of goaltending, the Capitals will rely on Jacob Markstrom, who has a save percentage of .883 and a goals-against average of 3.1. Meanwhile, the Devils’ Logan Thompson boasts a better save percentage of .912 and a goals-against average of 2.5.
Injuries are also a concern for both teams. The Devils will be without Arseny Gritsyuk, who is out for the remainder of the season due to surgery. Additionally, Aleksei Protas of the Capitals is listed as day-to-day with an upper body injury.
As the game approaches, both teams are aware of the importance of securing points to improve their standings in the Eastern Conference. Observers expect a competitive match, with both teams eager to capitalize on their respective strengths.
With the game scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET, fans are anticipating an exciting showdown between the Capitals and the Devils, as each team looks to enhance its playoff hopes.
