Capitals Surge: Ovechkin-less Power Play Success, Dubois' Rise, and Cristall's Hat Trick Stunner

The Washington Capitals have surged to first place in the NHL's Metropolitan Division following a thrilling 6-5 victory over the New Jersey Devils, extending their winning streak to four games and showcasing an impressive power play performance. Key players included Connor McMichael and Pierre-Luc Dubois, the latter scoring the game-winner and solidifying his reputation as a top two-way center. Meanwhile, Andrew Cristall of the Kelowna Rockets delivered an outstanding performance in a 9-1 victory over the Regina Pats, recording five points with three goals and two assists, bringing his impressive season total to 47 points in just 18 games and positioning him as one of the league's top scorers. Together, these performances highlight the rising talent and competitive spirit within both the Capitals and the WHL. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM t o get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.