The Washington Capitals secured a decisive 6-2 victory over the Utah Hockey Club in Salt Lake City, marking their first visit to the Delta Center this season. With this win, the Capitals extended their point streak to five games, improving their record to 13-4-1.

Goaltender Charlie Lindgren made 24 saves, while Alex Ovechkin continued his scoring prowess, netting two goals and tying an NHL record for the most goalies scored on. The Capitals now lead the Metropolitan Division, edging ahead of the Carolina Hurricanes and New Jersey Devils.