"The game has huge ramifications for the Mammoth, who currently sit in the Western Conference's first wild card spot and need to continue putting up points to make the postseason."
"The Capitals have a 3.7 percent chance of making the playoffs and will basically have to win out in their final 10 games to even have a chance."
"Logan Thompson is expected to start his sixth-straight game in net and will oppose former Capitals goaltender Vitek Vanecek, who holds the distinct honor of being the active goaltender with the most saves against Alex Ovechkin without allowing a goal."
"Thursday's game will be the Capitals' first visit to Delta Center since captain Alex Ovechkin broke his leg there on November 18, 2024."
The Washington Capitals are set to play the Utah Mammoth, who are vying for a playoff spot. The Capitals have a slim chance of making the postseason, needing to win all remaining games. They recently lost to the St. Louis Blues and are uncertain about David Kampf's participation due to personal issues. Logan Thompson will start in goal against Vitek Vanecek. The Mammoth previously defeated the Capitals in their first meeting this season. This game marks the Capitals' first visit to Delta Center since a significant injury to Alex Ovechkin.
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