Tom Wilson (fractured fibula) is not expected to be available for the Capitals' season opener, Alex Prewitt of the Washington Post reports.

Wilson (fractured fibula) is not expected to be available for the Capitals' season opener, Alex Prewitt of the Washington Post reports.

Analysis:

Wilson hasn't practiced with the Capitals during training camp and could be a candidate for short-term injured reserve, if he fails to make significant progress in the final week leading up to the start of the regular season. Coach Barry Trotz hinted that Wilson could be out until mid-October, but the Capitals haven't committed to an official timetable just yet.