Chychrun scores twice to lift Capitals over Blue Jackets 5-1 |

WASHINGTON (AP) — Jakob Chychrun scored twice and the Washington Capitals beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-1 on Monday night.

Tom Wilson and John Carlson each had a goal and assist, and Martin Fehervary also scored for the Capitals, winners of four of the last five.

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