Washington Capitals vs. Tampa Bay Lightning: Game Highlights

Washington Capitals vs. Tampa Bay Lightning: Game Highlights

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Lightning beat the Capitals 3-1 in home opener

— Andrei Vasilevskiy made 19 saves, Charle-Edouard D'Astous and Conor Geekie scored in the first period and the Tampa Bay Lightning won their home opener with a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Saturday night.

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NHL Tonight: Stats, betting info and storylines for Saturday's 13-game slate

Only six teams have the night off. Here's what you need to know for the 26 who are hitting the ice.

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Capitals take on the Lightning following Tuch's 2-goal game

Washington Capitals (1-0, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (0-1, in the Atlantic Division)

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A guide to NHL goalie masks for the 2026-27 season

Here's a look at the notable goalie mask designs across the NHL for the upcoming season.

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Predictions for every NHL team's finish in 2026-27: Why the Panthers will win the Cup

Some fans will wait to watch all the games this season. Readers of this story won't need to!

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NHL betting guide: 32 teams, 32 bets to make this season

One bet to make on each of the NHL's 32 squads, including Stanley Cup winner, player awards and more futures.

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NHL season preview: Strengths, weaknesses, X factors for all 32 teams

Will Carolina win the Cup yet again? Who are the top challengers? Get key intel on every club here.

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