Washington at Columbus

Washington might be ripe here for Columbus as after rattling off seven straight wins, the Capitals have suddenly dropped two of three. They allowed a total of 16 goals in the seven-game streak but 13 in their last three as the defense has been a no-show. That could be an issue against an aggressive Columbus offense that has generated 4.2 goals per game over its last 10. They have been even more explosive on home ice, netting the puck 21 times in their last four here. Washington is cycling down after extended perfection, in a tough spot vs. a productive offense on its game. Play on Columbus.