Capitals Win Third Straight

The Washington Capitals are finding their stride, and they continued their surge on Thursday night. Cole Hutson scored twice to lead the Capitals to a 4-3 victory over the Nashville Predators, extending their winning streak to three games and giving them victories in five of their last six.

Boone Jenner and Alex Tuch also scored for Washington, while Charlie Lindgren turned aside 25 shots to secure the win. Aliaksei Protas and Jack St. Ivany each recorded two assists.

Filip Forsberg scored twice for Nashville, and Ross Colton added a goal. Juuse Saros made 25 saves, but the Predators dropped their fourth game in their last five outings. Roman Josi finished with three assists.