Preview: Washington Capitals Face Off on 04.11.26
The Pittsburgh Penguins are gearing up to host the Washington Capitals on April 11, 2026. This matchup marks the last home game of the regular season for the Penguins and is set to take place at the PPG Paints Arena. Fans are invited to experience the excitement, with doors opening at 1:30 PM and the puck drop scheduled for 3:00 PM.
Fan Appreciation Game Highlights
As part of the Fan Appreciation Game, presented by PPG, numerous activities will take place to celebrate the team’s loyal supporters.
- Attendees can win one of over 20 authenticated player jerseys during the “Shirts Off Our Backs” postgame ceremony.
- Scratch cards will be distributed to all fans, offering a chance to win prizes such as:
- Autographed pucks
- Gift certificates to PensGear
- A mini helmet signed by stars like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang
- An African Penguin from the National Aviary will greet fans before the game and during the first intermission, part of the Penguins Pledge sustainability initiative.
- PensGear will provide a 20% discount for fans in-store and online (exclusions apply).
- Fans should stay post-game for a special t-shirt toss by the players before the annual “Shirts Off Our Backs” ceremony.
Viewing Options and Team Records
The game will be broadcast on ABC, with audio coverage available on 105.9 The X and through the Penguins app.
Current Team Records
| Team | Record |
|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Penguins | 41-22-16 |
| Washington Capitals | 40-30-9 |
Recent Performance Against Washington
Pittsburgh has a strong history against Washington. Since the start of the 2015-16 season, the Penguins have claimed 25 victories against the Capitals. They have also earned points in eight of their last twelve confrontations against Washington, with a record of 7-4-1 since November 9, 2022. A victory in this upcoming game would mark Pittsburgh’s first three-game home winning streak against Washington since January 17 to February 14, 2021.
Fans can look forward to an exciting afternoon as the Penguins take on the Capitals in a thrilling conclusion to the home season at Filmogaz.com.
