The Washington Capitals and New Jersey Devils are set to kick off a busy early-season rivalry with a Metro Division clash this weekend, marking the first of three back-to-back matchups. The teams will face off twice more in a home-and-home series before mid-month, continuing their intense competition. With both squads looking to establish momentum, this early encounter could set the tone for their season-long battle. Fans can expect a high-stakes game as the rivals aim to gain an advantage in their divisional showdown.

Saturday’s Metro Division match is the first of three early-season meetings between the Caps and the Devils; they’ll play a home-and home set before the middle of next month, meeting in New Jersey on ...