The Caps face their first Western Conference challenge of the season after opening with three straight victories, all against Metropolitan Division rivals. The matchup on Sunday marks a shift in competition as they take on a team from the tougher Western Conference for the first time. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the squad adapts to a new set of opponents. This game could set the tone for their upcoming schedule against a more formidable division.

After starting the season with three wins – all of them against Metropolitan Division opponents – the Caps get their first taste of Western Conference opposition on Sunday afternoon when the Seattle ...