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Tom Wilson, Pierre-Luc Dubois and Alex Tuch Line Help Upend Penguins

Pierre-Luc Dubois It’s not a huge surprise that with several new players this season, some new lines came about, and some of those lines are clicking fairly early in the season. Tom Wilson, Pierre-Luc Dubois and Alex Tuch each scored…

By Ben Sumner · Capitals Outsider

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 2:46 AM

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The Washington Capitals defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-3 behind goals from Tom Wilson, Pierre-Luc Dubois, and Alex Tuch.
The forward line of Wilson, Dubois, and Tuch combined for a +9 rating during the game.
Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson contributed to the victory with 27 saves in net.

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The Washington Capitals defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-3 on Wednesday behind strong performances from forward line mates Tom Wilson, Pierre-Luc Dubois, and Alex Tuch. Each member of the trio scored a goal during the matchup, while Wilson also recorded two assists. The combined unit finished the contest at +9.

Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery praised Tuch's intelligence and versatility following the victory. Goaltender Logan Thompson made 27 saves in the win, while Pittsburgh's Sidney Crosby ended the night at -4.

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Tom Wilson, Pierre-Luc Dubois and Alex Tuch Line Help Upend Penguins

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