Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images The 2021-22 season marks the return of the (hopefully) full 82-game slate, after one of the weirdest seasons in recent memory. With fans back in the building (again, hopefully), the Caps will kick off a three-game homestand with the season opener at Capital One Arena against the Rangers on October 13, followed by their first road game - a quick jaunt up to New Jersey - the following Thursdsay. ARLINGTON, Va. - The National Hockey League today announced the 2021-22 regular-season schedule for its 32 member clubs. Washington will open the season with a three-game homestand, beginning with a home opener against the New York Rangers on Oct. 13 at Capital One Arena. Start times for all 82 games and broadcast information will be released at a later date.