Washington Capitals — Stats, Roster & Analytics
The Washington Capitals are an NHL team in the Metropolitan Division of the Eastern Conference. In the 2025-26 season they are 43-30-9 with 95 points and a +19 goal differential.
2025-26 Record
| GP | W | L | OT | PTS | PTS% | GF | GA | DIFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82 | 43 | 30 | 9 | 95 | 0.579 | 263 | 244 | +19 |
Metropolitan Division Position
| # | Team | GP | W | L | OT | PTS | GF | GA | DIFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Pittsburgh Penguins | 82 | 41 | 25 | 16 | 98 | 293 | 268 | +25 |
| 4 | Washington Capitals | 82 | 43 | 30 | 9 | 95 | 263 | 244 | +19 |
| 5 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 82 | 40 | 30 | 12 | 92 | 253 | 253 | +0 |
The Washington Capitals are 4th of 8 in the Metropolitan Division. Full Washington Capitals standings, conference table and playoff picture.
Roster Leaders
| Player | Pos | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jakob Chychrun | LD | 80 | 26 | 34 | 60 | 12.3 |
| Alex Ovechkin | LW | 82 | 32 | 32 | 64 | 10.4 |
| Aliaksei Protas | LW | 76 | 25 | 27 | 52 | 10.0 |
| Tom Wilson | RW | 72 | 30 | 32 | 62 | 8.8 |
| Ryan Leonard | LW | 75 | 20 | 25 | 45 | 8.7 |
| Justin Sourdif | C | 78 | 15 | 20 | 35 | 6.7 |
| John Carlson | RD | 55 | 10 | 36 | 46 | 6.4 |
| Dylan Strome | C | 80 | 19 | 39 | 58 | 6.2 |
| Ethen Frank | R | 62 | 12 | 12 | 24 | 5.3 |
| Pierre-Luc Dubois | C | 29 | 5 | 14 | 19 | 3.0 |
| Cole Hutson | LD | 14 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 2.5 |
| Rasmus Sandin | D | 73 | 5 | 24 | 29 | 2.4 |
| Anthony Beauvillier | RW | 82 | 15 | 13 | 28 | 2.3 |
| Connor McMichael | LW | 78 | 14 | 32 | 46 | 2.1 |
Analysis
Through 82 games in 2025-26, the Washington Capitals have 95 points (a 0.579 points percentage) with a +19 goal differential.
Their most valuable skater by GAR is Jakob Chychrun (12.3).
Frequently Asked Questions
What division are the Washington Capitals in?
The Washington Capitals play in the Metropolitan Division of the Eastern Conference.
What is the Washington Capitals record this season?
The Washington Capitals are 43-30-9 with 95 points in the 2025-26 season.
How are the Washington Capitals doing in 2025-26?
The Washington Capitals have a +19 goal differential, scoring 263 and allowing 244 goals.
Who is the best player on the Washington Capitals?
By Goals Above Replacement, Jakob Chychrun leads the Washington Capitals with 12.3 GAR this season.