Anthony Beauvillier tipped home Alex Ovechkin’s shot to lift Washington to a 1-0 win over New York, backed by 35 saves from Darcy Lindgren in his first start of the season. The Caps’ defense locked down the Rangers, preserving the shutout as Washington won back-to-back games following a win over the Islanders.

Ovechkin extended his legend with 728 career assists and 897 goals while pushing toward 1,500 games with a single franchise, a milestone that remains within reach as he enters his 21st season. Declan Chisholm apron-assisted for his first Washington point in his 100th career game, while Lindgren earned his 10th career shutout in a relief-heavy night for New York.

For the Rangers, Jonathan Quick returned for his season debut with 20 saves, and Mika Zibanejad threatened early before Lindgren held the line with a glove-and-stick showcase. Will Cuylle and Sam Carrick both tested late, but Washington’s defense and special-teams small-edge carried the day. Up next: Capitals host Tampa Bay; Rangers welcome Edmonton.