Capitals goalie Logan Thompson day to day with lower-body injury

Thompson missed Wednesday’s practice after making 21 saves against Los Angeles; Washington next plays Saturday.

Hockey.comOct 21, 2026

Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson prepares for a shot against the Los Angeles Kings at Capital One Arena. — Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Logan Thompson is day to day with a lower-body injury and did not practise Wednesday, Oct. 21, the Washington Capitals announced, according to NHL.com.

Thompson finished Tuesday’s 5-2 loss to the Los Angeles Kings with 21 saves. Pro Hockey Rumors reported that he appeared uncomfortable after a second-period save but remained in the game.

Washington next hosts the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday. Thompson has a 4-3-0 record, a 2.90 goals-against average and a .901 save percentage through seven games this season.