The Washington Capitals secured their first win of the season with a 4-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, who had been on a three-game winning streak. Jakub Vrana opened the scoring for the Capitals, marking his first goal since returning to the team, while Alex Ovechkin recorded two assists, reaching a milestone of 700 career assists. Washington dominated the second period, scoring three goals in quick succession to establish a 4-1 lead, with contributions from Tom Wilson, Aliaksei Protas, and Jakob Chychrun. The Knights managed to score twice but could not overcome the deficit, as Logan Thompson made 24 saves against his former team. This win contrasts with last season's slow start, as the Capitals displayed a more complete performance, particularly in their five-on-five play. The Capitals will next face the Dallas Stars, while the Golden Knights continue their road trip against the Tampa Bay Lightning.