Alex Ovechkin scored twice in a four-goal, third-period rally as the host Washington Capitals beat Buffalo 5-2 on Wednesday to extend their winning streak to nine games and overtake Dallas for the NHL points lead (58-57).
Devils 3, Senators 0: Mike Cammalleri scored twice and Cory Schneider had 36 saves for his 20th career shutout for visiting New Jersey.
Rangers 5, Lightning 2: Dominic Moore scored the go-ahead goal in the third period as New York ended an eight-game road losing streak.
Maple Leafs 3, Penguins 2: P.