Washington brings 3-game win streak into matchup with Philadelphia
The Capitals aim to climb Metropolitan Division standings by extending a three-game win streak against a Flyers team with a -16 scoring differential, fighting to secure a playoff spot.
- In Philadelphia on Saturday, February 01, 2026, the Washington Capitals seek to extend a three-game win streak in their only road game during this stretch.
- Washington’s recent form has improved to 4-1-1 in six games, with coach Spencer Carbery saying the urgency level hasn’t been higher this year.
- Capitals goalie Clay Stevenson made 29 saves for his second straight win, with Nic Dowd and John Carlson scoring, and Carlson has 10 goals and 35 assists for the Capitals.
- Philadelphia’s-16 scoring differential, with 157 goals for and 173 against, impacts their playoff chances as the Capitals seek to extend their winning streak.
- Historically, Washington has won each of its last six meetings with Philadelphia, so they aim to extend that streak, with yesterday being the lone road test in this stretch.
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