Washington Capitals NHL Round 1 playoff schedule vs. Montreal Canadiens: What to know

WASHINGTON (7News) — Playoff hockey is here, and for the fifth time in franchise history, the Washington Capitals have finished first in the Eastern Conference.

With the schedule set for the Capitals to face off against the Montreal Canadiens next week, here is everything you need to know to root on Washington during their Stanley Cup chase.

Round 1 Game Schedule

Game One: Monday, April 21 at 7 p.m., Montreal Canadiens at Washington Capitals

Game Two: Wednesday, April 23 at 7 p.m., Montreal Canadiens at Washington Capitals

Game Three: Friday, April 25 at 7 p.m., Washington Capitals at Montreal Canadiens

Game Four: Sunday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m., Washington Capitals at Montreal Canadiens

*If needed*

Game Five: Wednesday, April 30, TBD Montreal Canadiens at Washington Capitals

Game Six: Friday, May 2, TBD Washington Capitals at Montreal Canadiens

Game Seven: Sunday, May 4, TBD Montreal Canadiens at Washington Capitals

Where to Watch

For those still looking for tickets to watch round one live, a limited number of tickets are still available for purchase through Ticketmaster and the NHL Ticket Exchange.

If you can't get tickets to the games, Monumental Sports Network will have first-round coverage, including live broadcasts of all games as well as pre- and post-game previews.

Fans can also listen to games on 106.7 The Fan and Caps Radio 24/7.

Getting Pumped Up for Round One

Starting Friday, April 18th, fans can begin preparing for Game 1.

On Friday, from 5-7:30 p.m., head down to Union Market for a Capitals playoff pep rally. Here, fans will have the opportunity to create posters, take photographs, enjoy live music from a DJ, participate in giveaways, and interact with mascot Slapshot.

If you want to cheer on the Caps from your front yard, swing by any of the team stores at Capital One Arena or head over to MedStar Capitals IcePlex during normal hours of operation and pick up a Washington Capitals lawn sign while supplies last.

Meanwhile, all attendees of game one against Montreal will receive an LED light stick and a rally towel, while those at game two will also receive a rally towel.

The Canadiens enter the playoffs with a 40-31-11 record, while the Caps are 51-21-9. The Capitals came away with victories in two of the three games this season when they faced off against the Montreal Canadiens. Both of these teams are strong and it should make for a fun and competitive first round.