New Jersey at Washington

Washington has lost eight of 11 and appears to be looking toward the future after trading some veterans at the deadline and the Capitals may miss the playoffs. Washington lost 4-2 to Los Angeles on Monday and Darcy Kuemper made 37 saves in a losing cause. Kuemper is expected in net tonight with a 19-20-4 record and 2.78 goals-against average this season. New Jersey is 21-5 versus teams with losing records and the Devils have won 23 of 30 road games. The Capitals have lost five of six at home and six of eight overall playing with two days rest. The road team has won five of the past seven meetings and Washington has lost five of six versus teams with .600 winning percentages. Play the Devils on the puck line.