The Pittsburgh Penguins closed out their season on a positive note by defeating the Washington Capitals 5-2 at PPG Paints Arena. While the win did not secure a playoff spot or improve their season record, it provided a morale boost for the team heading into the offseason. The victory also prevented the Capitals from potentially affecting the Penguins' draft order position. Despite the game's limited impact on their overall standings, the Penguins concluded the season with a win against a strong opponent.