In a dominant performance, the Washington Capitals defeated the St. Louis Blues 8-1, with Alex Ovechkin and Connor McMichael each netting two goals. Ovechkin, now with 863 career goals, inches closer to Wayne Gretzky's record, marking his 175th multi-goal game.

Logan Thompson continued his perfect start to the season with a 7-0-0 record, while St. Louis struggled, with Scott Perunovich scoring their only goal. The Blues remain mired in power play difficulties, failing to convert in their last five games.

The Washington Capitals made key roster changes ahead of their game against the St. Louis Blues. Defenseman Jakob Chychrun has been activated from injured reserve, while left-winger Sonny Milano has been placed on IR due to an upper-body injury.

Center Michael Sgarbossa has been recalled from the AHL's Hershey Bears. Chychrun's return comes after he missed five games with a lower-body injury sustained against the New York Rangers. The Capitals currently hold a solid position in the Metropolitan Division.

The Washington Capitals have made a roster move by recalling center Michael Sgarbossa from the Hershey Bears of the AHL. This decision follows the placement of defenseman Matt Roy on Injured Reserve due to a lower-body injury.

Sgarbossa has been impressive in the AHL, leading his team in assists and showcasing a strong performance this season. Meanwhile, Roy's status remains day-to-day as he recovers, and he has the potential to return to the lineup soon.