In a tightly contested matchup, the Washington Capitals faced off against the Calgary Flames at the Saddledome, with both teams displaying moments of brilliance and struggle. Early in the game, Pierre-Luc Dubois capitalized on a defensive error by McKenzie Weegar, scoring the opening goal for the Capitals. As the game progressed, the Flames intensified their offensive efforts, testing Capitals' goaltender Logan Thompson multiple times. Despite the Capitals' early lead, the Flames responded with a power-play goal from Blake Coleman, showcasing their resilience.

As the game unfolded, the Capitals regained the lead with a clever play from Nicklas Backstrom, who found Tom Wilson for a well-placed shot. Both teams exchanged scoring chances, leading to a thrilling final period. Ultimately, Alexi Protus secured a breakaway goal for the Capitals, extending their lead to 3-1 and sealing the win. Logan Thompson's performance in goal was crucial, as he made several key saves to keep his team in the game.