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The National Hockey League announced the full regular season schedule on Sportscenter Thursday night as part of celebrating the league returning to ESPN. The Washington Capitals will have a tough stretch right off the bat as they’ll open with three home games in front of a full Capital One Arena.
First up they’ll open on Wednesday Oct. 13 against the New York Rangers. In their second game three nights later the defending back to back Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning come to town. Start times for all 82 games as well as broadcast information will be released at a later date.