Devils Defeat Capitals 7-4 at Capital One Arena, Hellebuyck Improves to 7-0-0

New Jersey Devils rally to beat Washington Capitals 7-4

The New Jersey Devils showcased their resilience on Saturday night, overcoming multiple deficits to defeat the Washington Capitals 7-4 at Capital One Arena.

Connor Hellebuyck recorded 43 saves on 47 shots, improving his personal record to 7-0-0.

2024 first‑round pick Anton Silaev made his NHL debut during the game.

Washington entered the matchup firing, dominating early faceoffs and generating shots on target, and put four goals past Hellebuyck before the Devils seized momentum.

Pierre‑Luc Dubois opened the scoring for the Capitals less than six minutes into the action, and the Capitals carried a 3-2 lead into the first intermission.

Both teams traded chances in the first period, with Ryan Leonard and Anthony Beauviller creating opportunities for the Devils, who responded with two goals on passes across the offensive zone.

Boone Jenner described the loss as “definitely frustrating,” noting that the Capitals gave up too many good looks and failed to regain momentum in the third period.

Despite the early effort, the Capitals faded down the stretch, allowing the Devils to escape Capital One Arena with the victory.