Penguins vs Capitals Game Preview

The Washington Capitals host the Pittsburgh Penguins in their home opener at 7:30 PM EST. Washington seeks its second victory of the season following a loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh travels to Washington after suffering a 3-2 defeat against the Winnipeg Jets.

Logan Thompson and Arturs Silovs are the expected starting goaltenders for the matchup. The game marks Hendrix Lapierre's first appearance against Washington since being traded to Pittsburgh. Additionally, Spencer Stastney was acquired by the Penguins earlier in the day.