The Washington Capitals head north of the border to face the Winnipeg Jets in a crucial battle for playoff position in the Eastern Conference.

The Caps enter tonight's game in the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with 78 points. Washington's next-closest competitor is Buffalo (75 points), with the Jets sitting one point behind the Sabres. The Capitals are also challenging the Florida Panthers for the Southeast Division title. Entering tonight's action, Washington is three points behind Florida.

Here is the start time and TV information for tonight's game.

Time: 8:30 p.m.

TV: CSN+ (check here for channel information); Joe Beninati (play-by-play) and Craig Laughlin (analysis)

Radio: WFED 820 AM and 1500 AM; Al Koken (play-by-play) and Mike Vogel (analysis)

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