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New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals
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8-4NJ record
0-1Series 2026
6-4WSH record
SnapshotData updated Oct 28, 2026 · 2:28 PM EDT
The New Jersey Devils (8-4) and Washington Capitals (6-4) are Metropolitan rivals. They have met 1 time this season, with the Washington Capitals leading the series 1-0. The New Jersey Devils average 3.4 points per game and allow 2.8; the Washington Capitals average 3.4 and allow 3.2. Next meeting: Friday, November 13 at Prudential Center.
Tale of the Tape — 2026
| New Jersey Devils | Washington Capitals | |
|---|---|---|
| 8-4 | Record | 6-4 |
| #2 | Division place | #5 |
| 3.4 | Points / game | 3.4 |
| 2.8 | Allowed / game | 3.2 |
| +8 | Point differential | +2 |
| 6-2 | Home | 5-2 |
| 2-2 | Road | 1-2 |
| L W W W W | Last 5 | L W W L W |
Meetings This Season
| Date | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2026 | Devils 2 @ Capitals 4 | Capitals |
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Who leads the New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals series this season?
Washington Capitals lead 1-0.
When do the New Jersey Devils and Washington Capitals play next?
Friday, November 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST.
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