Capitals' Tim Wilson Raises Eyebrows With Comments on Hurricanes

The Washington Capitals will be going up against the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. After an impressive showing in the first round against the Montreal Canadiens, Washington will be looking to keep things going strong.

The two teams know each other very well, both playing in the Metropolitan Division. Washington will have home-ice advantage entering the series, likely giving them a slight advantage.

But the Hurricanes aren't backing down from the challenge of facing this Capitals team. Washington knows that Carolina will be a tough matchup for them, but they are embracing the opportunity.

Capitals' Tom Wilson discussed the upcoming matchup, expressing his expectations for the series.

“We’re going to enjoy this, for sure, first and we know them really well," Wilson said. "They play fast. They play direct hockey, predictable to each other. I’m sure our coaches will give us a good game plan and we’ll enjoy this one and then we’ll refocus and we’ll be ready to go. It’s going to be a fast, physical, competitive series again.”