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Connor Hellebuyck makes 43 saves and improves to 7-0 with Devils in 7-4 win over Capitals

Connor Hellebuyck delivered a stellar performance against the Washington Capitals, making 43 saves and securing his seventh consecutive shutout for the New Jersey Devils. Hellebuyck, traded from the Winnipeg Jets on October 23, started all seven of the Devils' recent victories. Evan Rodrigues was the top scorer for the Devils, tallying two goals, while Jesper Boqvist, Connor Brown, and Lenni Hameenaho each contributed a goal and an assist.

Nico Hischier and Timo Meier also scored, helping New Jersey maintain their winning streak with their seventh win in eight games. Meier scored the decisive power-play goal late in the second period, extending the Devils' lead to 4-3. Meier's goal marked the first time the Devils took the lead against Washington. Nico Hischier then scored an empty-netter with just 3:15 left in the third period, giving New Jersey a 5-3 lead.

Rodrigues sealed the win with an empty-net goal at 3:18. Hellebuyck's save percentage improved to 7-0 for the Devils, solidifying their strong performance.

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