Washington Capitals vs Ottawa Senators, April 8, 2027
Washington Capitals6-4-0, 12 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Ottawa Senators8-4-0, 16 ptsThe Washington Capitals visit the Ottawa Senators on Thursday, April 8, 2027. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET, and the TV channel appears here once the league confirms it. The Capitals arrive at 6-4-0 and the Senators at 8-4-0. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Apr 8 | TV channel not announced yet | Scheduled |
Capitals vs Senators Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Senators play at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa.
| Matchup | Washington Capitals at Ottawa Senators |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, April 8, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | TV channel not announced yet |
| Venue | Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa |
| Home team | Ottawa Senators (Ottawa, United States) |
| Away team | Washington Capitals |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Capitals vs Senators Start?
The Capitals vs Senators start time is 7:00 PM ET on Thursday, April 8, 2027. That is 6:00 PM Central, 5:00 PM Mountain and 4:00 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 7:00 PM | Ottawa, Washington |
| Central (CT) | 6:00 PM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 5:00 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 4:00 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 8:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Capitals vs Senators
The channel for Washington Capitals at Ottawa Senators is not announced yet. It appears here as soon as the league confirms it, usually a few weeks before the game.
National NHL games in the United States air on ESPN, ABC, TNT, truTV and ESPN+. Games outside those windows go to the regional networks for the Ottawa and Washington markets. In Canada, Sportsnet holds the national rights, Prime Video streams Wednesday nights, and TVA Sports carries French-language games.
Capitals vs Senators in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Capitals and the Senators meet 3 times in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Nov 10 | Washington CapitalsWSHOttawa SenatorsOTT | MNMT | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Jan 2 | Ottawa SenatorsOTTWashington CapitalsWSH | TV channel not announced yet | Scheduled | |
| Thu, Apr 8 | TV channel not announced yet | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Capitals and Senators
The Capitals are 6-4-0, 4th in the Metropolitan Division with 12 points and a last-10 record of 6-4-0. The Senators are 8-4-0, 2nd in the Atlantic with 16 points and 6-4-0 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 6-4-0 | 12 | 5-2-0 | 1-2-0 | 34 | 32 | W1 | 6-4-0 | WLWWL | |
| 12 | 8-4-0 | 16 | 5-2-0 | 3-2-0 | 38 | 34 | W1 | 6-4-0 | WLWLW |
Next Game for the Capitals and the Senators
Washington Capitals
The Capitals next play at Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday, April 10, 2027 at 12:00 PM ET on ABC.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Apr 10 | Washington CapitalsWSH Philadelphia FlyersPHI | ABC | Scheduled |
Ottawa Senators
The Senators next play vs Montreal Canadiens on Saturday, April 10, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Apr 10 |  Montreal CanadiensMTLOttawa SenatorsOTT | TV channel not announced yet | Scheduled |
FAQ About Capitals vs Senators
What time is Capitals vs Senators on April 8?
7:00 PM ET (6:00 PM CT, 5:00 PM MT, 4:00 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Capitals vs Senators on?
The channel is not announced yet. It appears here as soon as the league confirms it, usually a few weeks before the game.
Where is Capitals vs Senators being played?
At Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, home of the Ottawa Senators. The Washington Capitals are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Capitals or the Senators?
The Senators. They are 8-4-0 with 16 points, against 6-4-0 and 12 points for the Capitals.
How many times do the Capitals and Senators play in 2026-27?
3 times. None has been played yet.
Does Capitals vs Senators 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.
What time does Capitals vs Senators end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 9:30 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
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