In an impressive display, the NHL-leading Washington Capitals secured a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, marking their fourth consecutive win. Jakob Chychrun, Aliaksei Protas, and Pierre-Luc Dubois each found the back of the net, while Logan Thompson made 18 saves, almost achieving a third consecutive shutout but allowing a late goal from Bryan Rust. The Capitals have now gone 7-0-3 in their last 10 games, continuing to accumulate points despite not hitting their peak performance.

The Penguins, struggling with their form, suffered their eighth loss in ten games, with goaltender Joel Blomqvist conceding three goals on 32 shots. Despite the return of defenseman Kris Letang, the team could not build on their prior night’s success against Buffalo. The Capitals are set to face the Edmonton Oilers next, while the Penguins are heading to Los Angeles for a five-game swing in the Western Conference.