"Devils Double Down, Dismantle Fatigued Capitals in High-Stakes Clash"

The Washington Capitals, coming off no rest, were defeated 6-3 by the New Jersey Devils, who dominated the game with a significant advantage in five-on-five shot attempts. Capitals' Max Pacioretty had a disappointing debut, while Connor McMichael scored his first career power-play goal. Rasmus Sandin continued his assist streak, and Evgeny Kuznetsov made franchise history with his assist on John Carlson's goal. Despite a tough night for Capitals' goalie Hunter Shepard and no goals from Alex Ovechkin, Ovechkin did contribute two assists, extending his point streak.