The Capitals will have a key forward back in the mix on Friday against the Blackhawks with Aliaksei Protas ready to return.
On the blue line, Jakob Chychrun, who missed the last two games with illness, will be back in the lineup against San Jose.
Chychrun isn't available for Sunday's game in Nashville due to an illness.
Here are the key storylines for the Washington Capitals and their upcoming schedule for the week of Jan. 12-18, 2026.
Chychrun scored a power-play goal on three shots, blocked four shots and added six PIM in Monday's 5-2 loss to the Avalanche.
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