Andersen (head) will be in goal against the Capitals for Game 1 on Thursday, David Alter of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Andersen was adamant that he would be ready to go for the playoffs, so it should come as no surprise that the netminder will be in the crease. During the regular season, the netminder went 1-0-1 with a .875 save percentage versus Washington. Given the Caps potent offense, the 27-year-old will likely be tested early and will need to stand on his head in order to secure a victory.