2021–22 Washington Capitals season

The 2021–22 Washington Capitals season was the 48th season for the National Hockey League franchise that was established on June 11, 1974. On April 17, 2022, the Capitals clinched a playoff spot after the New York Islanders lost to the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Capitals were defeated in the first round by the Florida Panthers, in six games.

Regular season
The regular season schedule was released on July 22, 2021.



Player statistics
As of April 29, 2022

Goaltenders
†Denotes player spent time with another team before joining the Capitals. Stats reflect time with the Capitals only.

‡Denotes player was traded mid-season. Stats reflect time with the Capitals only.

Bold/italics denotes franchise record.

Transactions
The Capitals have been involved in the following transactions during the 2021–22 season.

Trades
Notes:
 * Arizona will receive a third-round pick in 2024 if Colorado wins the 2022 Stanley Cup and Kuemper in 50% of their playoff games; otherwise no pick will be exchanged.

Draft picks
Below are the Washington Capitals' selections at the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, which were held on July 23 to 24, 2021. It was held virtually via Video conference call from the NHL Network studio in Secaucus, New Jersey.