Capitals forward TJ Oshie will miss his ninth game of the season tonight, but it’s not due to injury. According to the Capitals’ Mike Vogel, Oshie “went home” and will miss the team’s matchup against the Devils due to a family matter.
#Caps RW T.J. Oshie won't play tonight against the Devils. He went home and will miss tonight's game due to a family matter.
— Mike Vogel (@VogsCaps) January 26, 2017
According to the Capitals, Oshie traveled home to DC.
The Washington Post’s Isabelle Khurshudyan reports that Jay Beagle — who missed Tuesday’s game due to the flu — will take Oshie’s spot on the first line.
Caps AM skate lines in Jersey:
8-19-83
90-92-14
10-20-65
26-18-43
27-2
44-9
88-4Holtby in starter's net.
— Isabelle Khurshudyan (@ikhurshudyan) January 26, 2017
Meanwhile, Justin Williams will take Oshie’s spot on the first unit power play while Brett Connolly will get time on the second.
With Oshie out, Justin Williams on PP1. Connolly on PP2.
— Isabelle Khurshudyan (@ikhurshudyan) January 26, 2017
