Philipp Grubauer will start in net Thursday night versus the host Panthers.

Grubauer will start in net Thursday night versus the host Panthers.

Analysis:

Grubauer has not played since Nov. 19, as the Caps have consistently rolled out Braden Holtby, who's currently topping the NHL leaderboards with 17 wins and a 1.95 GAA. Through his own four appearances, Grubauer has posted a 2-1-1 record, 2.70 GAA and .900 save percentage.