Dowd recorded an assist, two shots on goal, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 5-1 win over the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

Dowd hasn't scored since Dec. 11 versus the Hurricanes, but he hasn't gone more than three games without a point since, earning five helpers over 14 contests in that span. The 35-year-old defensive center continues to see key minutes in a shutdown role. He's earned 11 points, 36 shots on net, 31 PIM, 59 hits, 27 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over 37 outings this season.

Dowd scored a goal, added seven PIM, doled out five hits and blocked two shots in Thursday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

The goal was Dowd's first point in four games since he returned from missing eight contests due to an upper-body injury. The 35-year-old has returned to his usual bottom-six role, where he excels as a defensive specialist. He has six points, 25 shots on net, 39 hits, 14 blocked shots, 23 PIM and a plus-2 rating over 23 appearances. Dowd will likely fall short of the career-high 27 points he had in the 2024-25 regular season.

Dowd (upper body) was activated from injured reserve Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Dowd appears ready to return after missing eight contests due to the injury. He'll likely slot back into a fourth-line role with ample time on the penalty kill. Bogdan Trineyev was reassigned to AHL Hershey in a corresponding move.

Dowd (upper body) was put on injured reserve Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Dowd has been a game-time decision for the last few contests, including Wednesday's tilt against Winnipeg. However, he will miss his fifth straight game. He has a goal, five points, 14 PIM and 33 hits in 19 outings in 2025-26. Washington summoned Bogdan Trineyev from the minors in a corresponding move.

Dowd (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's matchup with Winnipeg, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dowd missed the Capitals' last four games due to his upper-body problem, but could rejoin the lineup versus the Jets. The veteran center hasn't scored a goal in 12 straight games while registering three assists, 19 hits and 13 shots during that span. If Dowd does slot back into the lineup, he figures to take on a bottom-six role.

Dowd (upper body) isn't in the lineup for Monday's home contest versus Columbus, per Sammi Silber of The Hockey News.

EDGE Analysis

Dowd will miss his fourth consecutive game due to his upper-body injury. The Alabama native's next chance to suit up will be at home Wednesday against the Jets.

Dowd (upper body) is considered a game-time decision for Monday's matchup against Columbus, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dowd has missed the last three games due to an upper-body injury, and while he's officially considered a game-time decision Monday, he remained on the ice after morning skate, suggesting that he'll be unavailable once again. If Dowd is forced to miss another game, Sonny Milano will likely remain in the lineup for Washington.

Dowd (upper body) won't play against Tampa Bay on Saturday, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Despite participating in the morning skate, Dowd remains day-to-day and will miss his third straight game. He has contributed one goal, four assists, 21 shots on net and 33 hits across 19 appearances this season. Once he's ready to play, Dowd will probably replace Sonny Milano on Washington's fourth line.

Dowd (upper body) won't travel to Montreal for Thursday's game and will be evaluated when the Capitals return home, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dowd was a late scratch for Wednesday's contest and will miss at least one more before he's able to return. His ongoing absence should allow Sonny Milano to stay in the Capitals' lineup versus the Canadiens on Thursday. Beyond that, Dowd's status is uncertain until his injury is examined further.

Dowd (upper body) is not on the ice for warmups and is not expected to play Wednesday versus the Oilers, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dowd is reportedly banged up and will sit out the first half of a back-to-back at a minimum. It's a tough on-ice loss for the Capitals, as Dowd's defensive instincts will be missed against the Oilers' top players. Sonny Milano will draw into the lineup Wednesday, while Dowd will try to be ready for Thursday's game in Montreal.