Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals Final Score, Oct. 14, 2026
Montreal Canadiens6-3-2, 14 pts
Washington Capitals6-4-0, 12 ptsThe Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals final score on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026: the Capitals beat the Canadiens 5-4. The first period ended 2-2, and after the third it was Canadiens 4, Capitals 5.
Canadiens vs Capitals Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
Canadiens vs Capitals Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Capitals play at Capital One Arena in Washington.
| Matchup | Montreal Canadiens at Washington Capitals |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:30 PM ET |
| Status | Final |
| TV | MNMT |
| Venue | Capital One Arena, Washington |
| Home team | Washington Capitals (Washington, United States) |
| Away team | Montreal Canadiens |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Canadiens 4, Capitals 5 |
Canadiens vs Capitals in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Canadiens and the Capitals meet 3 times in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Capitals lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 14 | 2-2, 1-1, 1-2 | MNMT | Final | |
| Tue, Jan 19 | Montreal CanadiensMTLWashington CapitalsWSH | TV channel not announced yet | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Feb 13 | Washington CapitalsWSHMontreal CanadiensMTL | TV channel not announced yet | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Canadiens and Capitals
The Canadiens are 6-3-2, 5th in the Atlantic Division with 14 points and a last-10 record of 5-3-2. The Capitals are 6-4-0, 4th in the Metropolitan with 12 points and 6-4-0 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 6-3-2 | 14 | 3-2-1 | 3-1-1 | 36 | 36 | W2 | 5-3-2 | WWOTWL | |
| 10 | 6-4-0 | 12 | 5-2-0 | 1-2-0 | 34 | 32 | W1 | 6-4-0 | WLWWL |
Next Game for the Canadiens and the Capitals
Montreal Canadiens
The Canadiens next play at St. Louis Blues on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET on Blues App.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | Montreal CanadiensMTL St. Louis BluesSTL | Blues App | Scheduled |
Washington Capitals
The Capitals next play vs Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET on TNT, truTV, NBC Sports Phil +.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 28 |  Philadelphia FlyersPHIWashington CapitalsWSH | TNT, truTV, NBC Sports Phil + | Scheduled |
FAQ About Canadiens vs Capitals
Who won Canadiens vs Capitals on Oct. 14, 2026?
The Capitals beat the Canadiens 5-4. Final score: Montreal Canadiens 4, Washington Capitals 5.
What was the Canadiens vs Capitals score by period?
The first period ended 2-2, and after the third it was Canadiens 4, Capitals 5.
Did Canadiens vs Capitals go to overtime?
No. The game was decided in regulation.
Where is Canadiens vs Capitals being played?
At Capital One Arena in Washington, home of the Washington Capitals. The Montreal Canadiens are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Canadiens or the Capitals?
The Canadiens. They are 6-3-2 with 14 points, against 6-4-0 and 12 points for the Capitals.
How many times do the Canadiens and Capitals play in 2026-27?
3 times. 1 game has been played and the Capitals lead the season series 1-0.
Does Canadiens vs Capitals count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
When do the Canadiens and Capitals play again?
On Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, Montreal Canadiens at Capital One Arena in Washington.
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