Minnesota Wild secured a 5-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday, November 1, 2026, in Washington, ending the Capitals' three-game winning streak.
The Wild struck early with two goals in the first period, setting the tone for the game. Defenseman Quinn Hughes was among the scorers, celebrating his goal during the opening frame.
Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin and forward Tom Wilson battled hard but could not prevent the loss. Minnesota goaltender Jesper Wallstedt turned aside numerous shots to preserve the lead.
The Associated Press reported the game concluded with Minnesota dominating the scoreline.
