WASHINGTON — For Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals, Tuesday's 6-2 win over the New Jersey Devils was a crucial one.

Ovechkin was proud of his team's effort, citing their offense and impressive defensive play in addition to their consistency through 60 minutes.

Meanwhile, Connor McMichael broke down exactly what was going through his head on that double toe-drag goal, which he affirmed is the best goal he's scored at the NHL level so far.

Here's what the Capitals had to say following their victory over the Devils.