Capitals Aim for Fourth Straight Victory, Blue Jackets Struggle Continues

Goalkeeper Charlie Lindgren's exceptional performance boosts Capitals, while Blue Jackets face their eighth consecutive loss.

The Washington Capitals are on a winning streak, aiming for a season-high fourth straight victory as they host the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Goalkeeper Charlie Lindgren has been performing exceptionally, with a 1.01 goals-against average and .969 save percentage in November, making him a strong contender for the No. 1 option in net for Washington.
Dylan Strome scored his team-leading seventh goal of the season on Tuesday, while defenseman John Carlson set up a tally for the second straight game, boosting his assist total to a club-best eight on the campaign.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are struggling, with losses in seven straight games and 11 of their past 12.
Blue Jackets' captain Boone Jenner, who leads the team in goals, is set to play in his 675th game, potentially topping Rick Nash for the franchise record.