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Capitals Updates: Dubois & Roy Remain Out, Lindgren Starts, Potential Lineup Changes vs. Canadiens

WASHINGTON — The Washington Capitals will remain shorthanded as they take on the Montreal Canadiens in the second game of their back-to-back, and have a "bunch" of other lineup decisions to sort out, too.

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 9:38 PM
Capitals Updates: Dubois & Roy Remain Out, Lindgren Starts, Potential Lineup Changes vs. Canadiens
Key Things to Know
  • Pierre-Luc Dubois and Matt Roy will remain out for the Washington Capitals against Montreal.
  • Charlie Lindgren will start in goal for the Capitals in the back-to-back contest.
  • Dubois is missing his third consecutive game because of an illness.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Washington Capitals will remain without Pierre-Luc Dubois and Matt Roy as they face the Montreal Canadiens in a back-to-back matchup. Head coach Spencer Carbery confirmed that Dubois will miss his third consecutive game due to an illness, while Roy remains sidelined for his fifth straight game with a lower-body injury. Both players are considered day-to-day by the coaching staff.

Goaltender Charlie Lindgren will get the start in net, with the Capitals considering additional lineup adjustments to address recent struggles. Coach Carbery emphasized that Washington's primary focus against Montreal must be on discipline, work ethic, and winning battles rather than trying to force perfect offensive plays.

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