Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals, April 4, 2027
Pittsburgh Penguins5-6-1, 11 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Washington Capitals6-4-0, 12 ptsThe Pittsburgh Penguins visit the Washington Capitals on Sunday, April 4, 2027. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on ESPN. The Penguins arrive at 5-6-1 and the Capitals at 6-4-0. The clubs have met once already in 2026-27 and the Capitals lead the season series 1-0.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Apr 4 | ESPN | Scheduled |
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 | Sunday, April 4, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | ESPN |
| Venue | Capital One Arena, Washington |
| Home team | Washington Capitals (Washington, United States) |
| Away team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Penguins vs Capitals Start?
The Penguins vs Capitals start time is 7:00 PM ET on Sunday, April 4, 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 | Washington, Pittsburgh |
| 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 Penguins vs Capitals
Pittsburgh Penguins at Washington Capitals is on ESPN, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
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 Washington and Pittsburgh markets.
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 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPIT3Washington CapitalsWSH5 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 | 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 at New York Rangers on Tuesday, April 6, 2027 at 7:30 PM ET on ESPN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Apr 6 | Pittsburgh PenguinsPIT New York RangersNYR | ESPN | Scheduled |
Washington Capitals
The Capitals next play at Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday, April 6, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on CBJNHL.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Apr 6 | Washington CapitalsWSH Columbus Blue JacketsCBJ | CBJNHL | Scheduled |
FAQ About Penguins vs Capitals
What time is Penguins vs Capitals on April 4?
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 Penguins vs Capitals on?
The game is on ESPN. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
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.
What time does Penguins vs Capitals 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.
Is Penguins vs Capitals on national TV?
Yes. ESPN is a national broadcaster, so the game is available across the United States without a regional sports network.
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