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Capitals Edge Devils 2-1 in Tight Matchup

3/21/2026

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Story summary

On March 20, 2026, the New Jersey Devils lost 2-1 to the Washington Capitals.
Ryan Leonard (Capitals) opened the scoring in the first period.
Jesper Bratt (Devils) scored late to pull within 2-1.
Aliaksei Protas (Capitals) added an empty-net goal.
Jake Allen (Devils) made 26 saves to keep the Devils in the game amid offensive struggles.

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Story summary

On March 20, 2026, the New Jersey Devils lost 2-1 to the Washington Capitals.
Ryan Leonard (Capitals) opened the scoring in the first period.
Jesper Bratt (Devils) scored late to pull within 2-1.
Aliaksei Protas (Capitals) added an empty-net goal.
Jake Allen (Devils) made 26 saves to keep the Devils in the game amid offensive struggles.