What channel is Capitals vs. Hurricanes on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 2 of NHL Playoff series
Context:
The Carolina Hurricanes aim for a 2-0 lead in their NHL Playoff series against the Washington Capitals after winning Game 1 in overtime, thanks to a goal by Jaccob Slavin. Despite being outshot 33 to 14, Washington is determined to avoid falling into an 0-2 deficit before the series heads to Raleigh. The Capitals' star player, Alex Ovechkin, who recently became the league's all-time leading goal scorer, faces significant pressure to perform. Game 2 will be broadcast live on ESPN and available for streaming on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. Fans can also tune into the live radio broadcast on SiriusXM, which provides comprehensive sports coverage.
Dive Deeper:
The Hurricanes secured a crucial overtime win in Game 1 with Jaccob Slavin scoring the decisive goal, placing them in a strong position to lead the series 2-0 against the Capitals.
Washington struggled in Game 1, managing only 14 shots compared to Carolina's 33, with their star player Alex Ovechkin limited to just one attempt on goal.
Facing a vital Game 2 at home, Washington is keen to avoid an 0-2 series hole before the series shifts to Raleigh, where the Hurricanes will have home-ice advantage.
As the all-time leading goal-scorer, surpassing Wayne Gretzky, Ovechkin bears a substantial part of the team's expectations to turn the series around.
Game 2 will be accessible through ESPN's live broadcast, featuring commentary from Sean McDonough, Ray Ferraro, and Emily Kaplan, and can also be streamed on Fubo, which offers a trial for first-time users.
Fans can also listen to the game live on SiriusXM, which offers extensive coverage of NHL games along with other sports, providing new subscribers with a four-month free trial.
The Capitals and Hurricanes previously met in the playoffs in 2019, with Carolina emerging victorious in a seven-game series, adding historical context to their current matchup.
After a stealing Game 1 on the road, the Hurricanes eye a commanding 2-0 series lead against the Capitals as Game 2 looms Thursday night.
Jaccob Slavin buried the game-winner in overtime Monday night, vaulting the Hurricanes to an impressive Game 1 victory. Washington mustered just 14 shots on goal compared to Carolina's 33, with Alex Ovechkin held to just one attempt.
Now Washington is facing a must-win situation and hoping to avoid an 0-2 hole when the series shifts to Raleigh for Games 3 and 4. Already, the Capitals face an uphill climb: Teams that win Game 1 of a best-of-seven NHL series own an all-time winning percentage of .681.
A lot of the responsibility will rest on Ovechkin, who became the league's all-time leading goal-scorer in April, surpassing Wayne Gretzky.
Here's what you need to know about Thursday's matchup between the Capitals and the Hurricanes, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Capitals vs. Hurricanes on today?
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
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Capitals vs. Hurricanes start time
- Date: Wednesday, May 8
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
Both teams won their respective first-round series in just five games, with the Capitals eliminating the Canadiens and the Hurricanes handling the Devils.
It's the second playoff matchup between the two teams; back in 2019, Carolina ousted Washington in a first-round series that lasted seven games.
Capitals vs. Hurricanes radio station
- Radio station: SiriusXM
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Capitals vs. Hurricanes series schedule
Carolina leads series 1-0
* If necessaryDate Game Time (ET) TV/Live stream May 6 Game 1: Hurricanes 2, Capitals 1 (OT) — — May 8 Game 2 at Washington 7 p.m. ESPN, Fubo, SN, TVAS May 10 Game 3 at Carolina 6 p.m. TNT, Sling, SN, TVAS May 12 Game 4 at Carolina 7 p.m. TNT, Sling, SN, TVAS May 15 Game 5 at Washington* TBD TNT, Sling, TVAS May 17 Game 6 at Carolina* TBD TBD, TVAS May 19 Game 7 at Washington* TBD ESPN, Fubo, TVAS NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2025
Here are the key dates to know for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs and offseason. Some series start dates could move up depending on when previous series end.Event Dates First round begins April 19 NHL Draft Lottery May 5 NHL Scouting Combine at Buffalo June 1-7 Stanley Cup Finals Game 7 (if necessary) June 23 NHL Draft at Los Angeles June 27-28 Related Links
