New Jersey Devils (12-4-1, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Washington Capitals (8-8-1, in the Metropolitan Division)

Washington; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: The New Jersey Devils visit the Washington Capitals after Simon Nemec recorded a hat trick in the Devils’ 4-3 overtime win over the Chicago Blackhawks.

Washington has an 8-8-1 record overall and a 4-2-0 record in Metropolitan Division games. The Capitals have a 2-6-1 record in games they serve more penalty minutes than their opponents.

New Jersey has a 12-4-1 record overall and a 2-1-1 record in Metropolitan Division play. The Devils are 4-1-1 when they serve fewer penalty minutes than their opponent.

Saturday’s game is the first time these teams match up this season.

TOP PERFORMERS: Dylan Strome has five goals and 10 ass

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