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Roman Josi's goal, 2 assists lead Predators over Capitals 3-2

Roman Josi scored a goal and added two assists to lead the Nashville Predators to a 3-2 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday night

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Supplies two assists Carlson logged two assists and a plus-3 rating in Friday's 5-1 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Carlson has racked up a goal and four assists over his last three outings to bounce back from a five-game slump. The defenseman had a hand in goals by Anthony Beauvillier and Ethen Frank in the first period as the Capitals leaned on their depth to establish an early lead. Carlson is up to 34 points (nine goals, 25 helpers) with 80 shots on net, 59 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating across 41 appearances in 2025-26.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

McMichael and Ovechkin score as the Capitals beat the depleted Blackhawks 5-1

Connor McMichael had a goal and an assist, and the Washington Capitals snapped Chicago’s four-game win streak with a 5-1 over the depleted Blackhawks

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

John Carlson | Postgame | Washington Capitals John Carlson speaks postgame

JANUARY 8 • NHL.COM

Two points in Monday's win Carlson produced a goal and an assist in Monday's 7-4 win over the Ducks.

Impact The veteran blueliner helped set up what proved to be the game-winner for Alex Ovechkin in the second period, before flipping home an empty-netter from deep in his own end in the third. Carlson snapped a brief five-game point drought with the effort, and on the season he's collected nine goals and 31 points in 39 contests.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Sourdif scores his first hat trick to lead the Capitals to a 7-4 win over the Ducks

Justin Sourdif scored his first NHL hat trick and added two assists and the Washington Capitals beat the Anaheim Ducks 7-4 on Monday night

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Five points in last four games Carlson scored a goal in a 7-3 loss to the Rangers on Tuesday.

Impact He wired a snap shot from the top of the right circle 23 seconds into the second frame and beat Igor Shesterkin stick side. Carlson has a point in each of his last two games (one goal, one assist) and five points, including two goals, in his last four outings. Overall, his 11.4 shooting percentage remains bloated -- his career average over 1,121 games is a tidy 6.3. But Carlson's current scoring pace is as good as what he put up in his last 20s, so we'll take everything we can get from this 35-year-old.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rangers vs. Capitals | NHL Highlights | December 23, 2025

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Rangers score 5 goals in the 3rd period to beat the Capitals 7-3 for another road win

Taylor Raddysh and Alexis Lafreniere scored 68 seconds apart, part of a five-goal third period for the New York Rangers in a 7-3 victory over the Washington Capitals

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Supplies helper in Detroit Carlson posted a primary assist and a plus-2 rating in a 3-2 overtime loss to the Red Wings.

Impact Carlson contributed an even-strength helper on Ethen Frank's second marker of the game to tie the score at 2-2 midway through the final stanza. The 35-year-old Carlson has now registered a goal and five points over his last five contests from his usual top-pairing role. The 2008 first-round selection is on pace for 68 points, which would be his most since 2021-22, when he produced 17 goals and 54 assists across 78 regular-season games.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

John Carlson | Postgame | Washington Capitals John Carlson speaks with the media postgame

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • NHL.COM

NHL Tonight: First Shift talks Carlson, Senators | NHL.com Dave Pagnotta discusses John Carlson's future in Washington, how the Senators can improve their ability to score, and more with the panel on...

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • NHL.COM

Capitals' Team Canada hopefuls Thompson and Chychrun shine in a win over Maple Leafs

If this was an audition of sorts in front of a Canadian TV audience, Washington’s Olympic hopefuls were pretty impressive in a 4-0 win over Toronto

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

John Carlson | Postgame | Washington Capitals John Carlson speaks postgame

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • NHL.COM

Three-point outburst in win Carlson had a goal and two assists in a 4-0 win over the Maple Leafs on Thursday.

Impact Carlson made it 4-0 in the third period when he wired a high slap shot past Dennis Hildeby from along the right boards. Carlson has seven goals, 20 assists and 65 shots in 30 games. He continues to climb the scoring list from the blue line, and he's on pace for his third NHL 70-point season.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Capitals rebound from a bad road trip, beat Maple Leafs 4-0 behind goalie Thompson

Logan Thompson earned his second shutout of the season, Jakob Chychrun scored twice and the Washington Capitals rebounded from a pair of ugly losses, beating the Toronto Maple Leaf...

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

John Carlson | Postgame | Washington Capitals John Carlson speaks to the media postgame

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • NHL.COM

First point after absence Carlson posted a power-play assist, two shots on goal, two hits, four PIM and a minus-2 rating in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Jets.

Impact Carlson didn't have a great game, but he was able to get on the scoresheet in his second contest after missing three games due to an upper-body injury. The 35-year-old defenseman continues to provide quality offense in a top-pairing role this season. He's at 24 points (six on the power play), 62 shots on net, 40 blocked shots and a plus-7 rating through 28 appearances.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Thursday Carlson (upper body) is set to play against Carolina on Thursday.

Impact Carlson was a game-time decision after missing the Capitals' past three matches. He has six goals and 23 points in 26 appearances in 2025-26. Dylan McIlrath is expected to be a healthy scratch Thursday due to Carlson's return.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Thursday Carlson (upper body) will be a game-time decision versus Carolina on Thursday, per Tarik El-Bashir of Monumental Sports Network.

Impact Carlson has missed the last three games with the injury. He has six goals and 17 assists, including five helpers on the power play, across 26 appearances this season. If Carlson is unable to go, look for Dylan McIlrath or Declan Chisholm to enter the lineup.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Thursday Head coach Spencer Carbery said Wednesday that Carlson (upper body) could play in Thursday's game against the Hurricanes, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Carlson has missed the last three games due to his upper-body injury, but he'll be in the mix to suit up in Thursday's home game. The Capitals will presumably monitor how he feels during and after Thursday's morning skate, and it's possible that the defenseman is labeled as a game-time decision. Over 26 appearances this season, Carlson has recorded six goals, 17 assists, 38 blocked shots, nine hits and six PIM while averaging 22:52 of ice time.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Carlson (upper body) isn't in the lineup for Sunday's home matchup against Columbus, according to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News.

Impact Carlson will miss his third game in a row, with his next chance to return to the lineup coming at home Thursday versus the Hurricanes. Due to his absence, Declan Chisholm will remain in the lineup Sunday.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Carlson (upper body) will be a game-time decision against Columbus on Sunday, according to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News.

Impact Carlson was on the ice with the team's expected scratches Sunday morning, which may not bode well for his availability, but it doesn't necessarily rule out a return to the lineup. He has amassed six goals, 23 points, 59 shots on net and 38 blocked shots through 26 appearances this season. If Carlson plays following a two-game absence, Declan Chisholm will probably be a healthy scratch versus the Blue Jackets on Sunday.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Carlson (upper body) will miss Friday's game against Anaheim, per Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post.

Impact Carlson was also absent for Wednesday's 7-1 win over San Jose. He has six goals and 23 points in 26 outings in 2025-26. Declan Chisholm is projected to play in his second straight game due to Carlson's injury.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Capitals visit the Ducks after Ovechkin's 2-goal game

The Washington Capitals visit the Anaheim Ducks after Alexander Ovechkin scored two goals in the Capitals' 7-1 win against the San Jose Sharks

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

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