Alex Tuch’s 2-goal debut sparks Capitals’ 5-2 win over Hurricanes

Watch LiveF1 Bahrain GP 2026 – Practice 3Watch LiveTRENDINGValkyries take down Wings49ers owner suspended, finedWNBA playoffsCBS, Tony Romo part waysFantasy Football Trade TipsStory byStory byAlex Tuch’s 2-goal debut sparks Capitals’ 5-2 win over HurricanesThe Associated PressSat, October 3, 2026 at 3:46 AM UTCAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesTuch scores twice in his first game for Washington, helping the Capitals beat the Hurricanes 5-2(AP) — Alex Tuch scored twice in his first game for Washington, Alex Ovechkin opened his 22nd NHL season with an assist and the Capitals beat the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 on Friday night.Tuch joined the Capitals in an offseason trade after five seasons with Buffalo.Associated PressTakeaways: Tuch, New-Look Capitals Roll Past Defending Cup Champion Hurricanes In Season OpenerThe new-look Washington Capitals aren't to be taken lightly, and reminded the league of that as they dominated the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes in their season opener on Friday.The Hockey News - Washington CapitalsCapitals’ Alex Tuch Matches Ovechkin HistoryAlex Tuch is no longer a member of the Buffalo Sabres. He plays for the Washington Capitals now. And as far as first impressions go, it’d be tough for Tuch to do any better. The Caps played their first game of the 2026-27 NHL season on Friday night, and before the end of the first […] The post Capitals’ Alex Tuch Matches Ovechkin History appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYAdvertisementAdvertisementDylan Garand makes 22 saves for 1st career shutout as Rangers beat Red Wings 2-0DETROIT (AP) — Dylan Garand made 22 saves for his first career shutout and the New York Rangers spoiled the Detroit Red Wings' opener with a 2-0 victory on Friday.Garand was making his first start after going 2-0-1 in three appearances with the Rangers last season.Associated PressNumbers and Notes: Carolina Hurricanes’ Flat Play Leads to Loss to Washington CapitalsFriday night, the Carolina Hurricanes got their first goal of the 2026-27 NHL season…but they are still chasing a win […]SportsnautHurricanes Fall In Overtime Opener, Turn To First Metro TestThe Hurricanes lost their season opener in overtime to Florida. 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Rookie […]Forever BlueshirtsCarolina Hurricanes Game 2: Lines, Notes, Goalies, and How to Watch vs. CapitalsFriday, the Carolina Hurricanes will open a weekend back-to-back series, beginning with the Washington Capitals in Raleigh before taking a […]SportsnautCapitals vs. Hurricanes Preview: Line Combinations, Storylines & Stats, Key Players & How To Tune InThe Washington Capitals officially kick off the 2026-27 campaign on Friday with a big challenge, as they pay a visit to the Carolina Hurricanes in the first game of a road back-to-back.The Hockey News - Washington CapitalsCarolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals: Lineups, Game Preview and How to WatchRaleigh hosts a Metropolitan Division heavyweight clash as the Hurricanes seek their first win with a revamped Capitals roster coming to town.The Hockey News - Carolina HurricanesCapitals Notebook: Game Plan For Season-Opening Back-To-Back, Alternate Captains NamedARLINGTON, V.A. — The Washington Capitals have been champing at the bit to play some hockey, and now, they're finally ready to get their season underway.The Hockey News - Washington CapitalsCarolina Hurricanes Announce Brandon Bussi News Before Capitals GameThe Carolina Hurricanes are looking to get a win in the column for the first time in the new season on Friday against the Washington Capitals, in what will be their first Metro Division contest of the season. Carolina began its title defense on NHL’s Opening Night on Tuesday and lost in OT to the […] The post Carolina Hurricanes Announce Brandon Bussi News Before Capitals Game appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYOvercoming tired legs among key Rangers takeaways in 2-0 win over Red WingsIt was pretty clear for large swaths of the game Friday at Little Caesars Arena which team was playing its […]Forever BlueshirtsHurricanes host Capitals—Preview, How to Watch, Game ThreadNow the grind beginsSB NationNY Rangers Turning to Dylan Garand To Start Against Red WingsDylan Garand is making his season debut for the New York Rangers in net against the Detroit Red Wings.New York Rangers On SIBoos to open and no goals for Red Wings in opening loss to RangersDetroit Red Wings score: Dylan Larkin was booed during introductions, and the Wings never found their offense in a shutout loss to the Rangers.Detroit Free PressRed Wings Shut Out in Tense Home Opener Against RangersIn front of a tense crowd at Little Caesars Arena, the Detroit Red Wings were defeated by a 2-0 final score in their regular season opener against the New York Rangers.The Hockey News - Detroit Red Wings