Lars Eller had two goals, Jakob Chychrun had a goal and two assists, and the Washington Capitals beat the reeling Florida Panthers 4-1 on Monday night.

The Washington Capitals hit the road on Monday night with a game against the Florida Panthers. Game time from the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, is 7 p.m. and you can watch it on ESPN+ (introductory discount). Washington is coming off a 3-2 loss at home to the New Jersey Devils on Saturday night.

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Jakob Chychrun added goal and two assists as Washington beat a reeling Florida. The Panthers have just one win in their past five home games.

Logan Thompson improved to 9-1-1 on the season and Dylan Strome got his 23rd assist for the Capitals, who improved to 6-1-0 in games immediately following a loss this season.