Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals Final Score, Oct. 7, 2026
Pittsburgh Penguins5-6-1, 11 pts
Washington Capitals6-4-0, 12 ptsThe Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals final score on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026: the Capitals beat the Penguins 5-3. The Capitals led 2-1 after the first, and after the third it was Penguins 3, Capitals 5.
Penguins vs Capitals Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
Penguins vs Capitals Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Capitals play at Capital One Arena in Washington.
| Matchup | Pittsburgh Penguins at Washington Capitals |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:30 PM ET |
| Status | Final |
| TV | TNT |
| Venue | Capital One Arena, Washington |
| Home team | Washington Capitals (Washington, United States) |
| Away team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Penguins 3, Capitals 5 |
Penguins vs Capitals in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Penguins and the Capitals meet 4 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 7 | 1-2, 2-2, 0-1 | TNT | Final | |
| Mon, Jan 18 | Washington CapitalsWSHPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | TNT, truTV | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Mar 13 | Washington CapitalsWSHPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | ABC | Scheduled | |
| Sun, Apr 4 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPITWashington CapitalsWSH | ESPN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Penguins and Capitals
The Penguins are 5-6-1, 6th in the Metropolitan Division with 11 points and a last-10 record of 3-6-1. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 5-6-1 | 11 | 4-1-0 | 1-5-1 | 40 | 40 | W2 | 3-6-1 | WWLLL | |
| 10 | 6-4-0 | 12 | 5-2-0 | 1-2-0 | 34 | 32 | W1 | 6-4-0 | WLWWL |
Next Game for the Penguins and the Capitals
Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins next play vs Utah Mammoth on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on Utah 16.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 29 |  Utah MammothUTAPittsburgh PenguinsPIT | Utah 16 | 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 Penguins vs Capitals
Who won Penguins vs Capitals on Oct. 7, 2026?
The Capitals beat the Penguins 5-3. Final score: Pittsburgh Penguins 3, Washington Capitals 5.
What was the Penguins vs Capitals score by period?
The Capitals led 2-1 after the first, and after the third it was Penguins 3, Capitals 5.
Did Penguins vs Capitals go to overtime?
No. The game was decided in regulation.
Where is Penguins vs Capitals being played?
At Capital One Arena in Washington, home of the Washington Capitals. The Pittsburgh Penguins are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Penguins or the Capitals?
The Capitals. They are 6-4-0 with 12 points, against 5-6-1 and 11 points for the Penguins.
How many times do the Penguins and Capitals play in 2026-27?
4 times. 1 game has been played and the Capitals lead the season series 1-0.
Does Penguins 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 Penguins and Capitals play again?
On Monday, Jan. 18, 2027 at 4:00 PM ET, Washington Capitals at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)