The Washington Capitals secured a decisive 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers, ending their two-game losing streak. This win marked Washington's first regular-season triumph in Sunrise since 2019, improving their record to 14-6-1 this season.

Logan Thompson made 21 saves, while the Capitals now sit four points ahead of the New York Rangers in the Metropolitan Division standings. Florida, struggling with their fourth consecutive loss, continues to face challenges this season.