Programming note
Sharks-Capitals coverage gets underway at 3:30 p.m. with Sharks Pregame Live in CSN California
Where they stand
Sharks: 2-0-0, 4 points, T-2nd, Pacific Division
Capitals: 1-0-0, 2 points, T-4th, Metropolitan Division
The latest
Sharks: The Sharks won their home opener on Saturday over Anaheim, 2-0, behind two goals from Patrick Marleau and 27 saves by Martin Jones. Tonight’s game is the first of a four-game road trip that continues in New Jersey on Friday.
Capitals: Washington started its season with a 5-3 win over New Jersey at Verizon Center on Saturday.