Michal Neuvirth is expected to play between the pipes on Saturday against Colorado. Neuvirth has struggled this season, but he's coming off of a 26-save shutout over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday. There's a good chance that Neuvirth will play against his former teammate, goalie Semyon Varlamov.

Michael Neuvirth blanked the Winnipeg Jets in the Washington Capitals' 1-0 victory Thursday night for his first shutout of the season. The Capitals have not been getting the steadiest of goaltending from Tomas Vokoun and after allowing four on 21 shots in the last game, they turned to the 23-year-old. Neuvirth was as cool as can be in net, kicking away 26 shots and silencing four Winnipeg power plays. The problem is, the youngster hasn't exactly run away with his opportunities when given a chance, either, as the win only improved his record to 4-5-1 to go along with a 3.38 goals-against average and .885 save percentage. The Caps play the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, so it will be interesting to see whether coach Dale Hunter sticks with the hot hand or returns to the veteran.

Michal Neuvirth will tend to the Washington Capitals' goal on Thursday night in Winnipeg. The Capitals aren't receiving strong goaltending from Tomas Vokoun right now, but Neuvirth has been a disappointment this season with a 3-5-1 record, an .875 save percentage and a 3.73 goals-against average.

Michal Neuvirth was saddled with the loss against the Florida Panthers Monday night. It's a bit surprising that Tomas Vokoun did not get to play against his former club tonight in Florida, the Capitals could have used him. Neuvirth made 25 saves in the loss tonight but struggled in his second start under new coach Dale Hunter. Look for Vokoun to get the next few starts.

Michal Neuvirth will play between the pipes against the Florida Panthers on It's a bit surprising that Tomas Vokoun won't get to play against his former club. Neuvirth has struggled this season, but he turned aside 32 of 34 shots in his start against Ottawa on Saturday.

Michal Neuvirth captured his first win in a month Saturday night against the Ottawa Senators. Through nine games, Neuvirth has the worst numbers of his young NHL career with an .878 save percentage and 3.60 goals against average. "It's not easy when you're not playing very often," said Neuvirth, who is 3-4-1 on the season. "It's huge [to get the win]. I've been practicing well and finally today I found a little bit of luck. It's only one game but it's good for confidence. I just want to get on a roll." Neuvirth is worth a look in 14-team leagues.

Michal Neuvirth turned aside 32 of 34 shots in a 3-2 overtime win Saturday. Neuvirth allowed a goal with 3:15 minutes remaining in the third period to send the game into overtime. Fortunately his teammates bailed him out and Neuvirth still earned his first win since November 4th. Neuvirth entered the game with a horrid 3.81 GAA and .868 save percentage in eight games.

Michal Neuvirth will play between the pipes on Saturday. Neuvirth will try to bounce back after allowing six goals in a loss against the New York Rangers on November 25th. Speaking from a purely statistical standpoint, you could make a case that Neuvirth has been the worst goaltender this season with a 3.81 GAA and .868 save percentage in eight games.

Michal Neuvirth turned aside just 27 of 33 shots in a 6-3 loss to the New York Rangers Friday afternoon. Neuvirth started in part because of his history of success against the Rangers, but he certainly didn't look good against them on Friday. He now has a terrible 3.82 GAA and .868 save percentage in eight games this season.

Michal Neuvirth will make something of a surprise start on Friday against the New York Rangers. Capitals coach Bruce Boudreau cited Neuvirth's previous success against the Rangers as his reason for giving him the nod. Neuvirth has a 1.37 GAA and .946 save percentage in his last five games against the Rangers.