"The fourth line finally got on the board with their first goal of the season after a nice passing playing involving Brandon Duhaime, John Carlson and a Nic Dowd tap-in. Ryan Leonard was flying all night and cashed in on a nasty ripper. Jakob Chychrun ripped a goal bar down on the power play, and Wilson put it away with an empty netter."
"Plus: There was a lot to like about the game, but the Caps' new lineup that involved using Justin Sourdif at center and moving Hendrix Lapierre to the wing seemed to be a great change. Every line was very well balanced with speed, skill, two-way play, youth and veteran experience. Hopefully these lines stay together moving forward and see what else gels."
"Caps Star of the Game: A lot of players played well but Ryan Leonard really stood out. He was flying all over the ice. He scored a goal, threw some hits, had a nasty curl-and-drag snipe that rang off the bar, had a couple of great set ups that didn't go, and had a bloody nose to put the cherry on top. This kid is going to be special."
Washington Capitals produced a 4-1 home win over the Seattle Kraken after a fast, strong start and consistent pressure. The fourth line opened scoring through a passing sequence involving Brandon Duhaime, John Carlson and Nic Dowd. Ryan Leonard provided a high-energy offensive and physical performance and scored a goal. Jakob Chychrun converted on the power play by ripping the puck bar-down, and Tom Wilson added an empty-net goal. The lineup adjustment placing Justin Sourdif at center and Hendrix Lapierre on the wing yielded balanced, effective lines. The Kraken created their best chances in the third period but could not rally.
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