The Detroit Red Wings once again faded in the third period in Washington. The Capitals scored three times in the final 12 minutes Tuesday and defeated the Red Wings 4-1 at Capital One Arena in a game that featured no penalties.

The Detroit Red Wings fell 4–1 to the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena Tuesday night. The final score was not an entirely accurate reflection of the run of play, with the Caps surging late to pull clear in what had been a competitive game.

The Red Wings will return home with no points after losing 4-1 to the rampaging Capitals on Tuesday in Washington.