Moments before the game between the Boston Bruins and the Washington Capitals, a significant injury update surfaces. Capitals defenseman Rasmus Sandin will be sidelined for the game due to a lower-body injury. INJURY UPDATE: #Caps Rasmus Sandin will not play tonight versus Boston (lower body). <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/CapitalsPR/status/1774200276095815953'> </a></blockquote></div> This news could potentially impact the Capitals' defensive lineup and strategy for the matchup against the Bruins. Sandin's absence may provide an opportunity for other players to step up and contribute on the ice in his absence.