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Capitals morning skate: Desharnais practices, Lindgren to start against Devils, and dads start arriving for Mentors’ Trip

Capitals prep for Devils rematch with Desharnais back at practice and Lindgren confirmed in net as fathers arrive for the annual Mentors' Trip.

By · Published November 15, 2026  00:03 UTC · Updated November 15, 2026  00:27 UTC

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Washington held its morning skate ahead of hosting New Jersey, with center Philippe Desharnais returning to practice after missing time and goaltender Charlie Lindgren slated to start. The session came two days after the Devils beat the Capitals 5-2 in Newark, a result that dropped Washington to 9-10-2 on the season.

RMNB detailed the lineup moves, noting Desharnais took regular shifts and Lindgren led the goalie group, while NHL.com and The Washington Post framed the game as a chance for the Capitals to fix a power play that has gone 1-for-21 over the last six games. ESPN's recap of the Nov.

Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. ET at Capital One Arena. The Mentors' Trip continues through the weekend with fathers traveling on the team charter, a tradition the club revived this season after a two-year pause.

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Who is starting in goal for Washington?

Charlie Lindgren is expected to start against the Devils.

Is Philippe Desharnais playing?

He practiced in a regular role Friday; game-day availability will be confirmed at lineup submission.

What is the Mentors' Trip?

An annual team tradition where players' fathers join the club for a road trip or home stand; this year's edition began Friday in Washington.

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