The Capitals struggled to get pucks on net, overpassing and failing to get shots through the Devils' defense. They were ultimately outshot 24-15, and though there were moments of sustained pressure, nothing came of those opportunities as puck management proved to be an issue for the second consecutive game.

The Capitals are putting Miroshnichenko with Strome and Protas as they look to fill Alex Ovechkin's void on offense.

Broduer is one of few goalies to allow goals to the current all-time leader, Wayne Gretzky, and the possible next No. 1, Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin — whom is chasing the former’s once-believed unbreakable record.