The Washington Capitals defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2, improving their preseason record to 2-3-0. Goaltender Logan Thompson played the entire game, making 24 saves. Key moments included goals from Nic Dowd, Tom Wilson, and Pierre-Luc Dubois, with Dubois scoring on a power play just before the second period ended. The Capitals showcased a strong performance despite not dressing their top forward line or defense pairing. They also had a notable advantage in takeaways and blocked shots throughout the game.