The Capitals put up a pretty pitiful effort against the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday when they predictably played down to their opponent. Today was a chance for them to bounce back, and boy did they with a strong effort that led to a 6-3 win.
Minus: Like last game where it was hard to find a plus, this game it was hard to find a minus. Maybe it was Lars Eller with two brutal turnovers, which one led to a goal against the Capitals. But it’s Eller, hard to be upset with him long.
Plus: Ovechking scoring two goals increased his chances by a large amount to hit 30 goals, which would give him the record for most 30+ goal seasons.