McMichael, Ovechkin Power Surging Capitals Past Blue Jackets 7–2

Washington Capitals center Connor McMichael (24) celebrates his goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, in Washington. Nick Wass/AP Photo

WASHINGTON—Connor McMichael struck twice, Alex Ovechkin scored his 859th career goal and two assists and the Washington Capitals continued their dominant start to the season with a 7–2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night.

McMichael and Ovechkin both have goals in three straight games for Washington, which advances to 8–2 on the season.