Japers' Rink · Dec 22, 2023
Morning After: Ovi Calls Game
Dec 21, 2023; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (43) and Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins (90) battle during overtime at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY SportsIt’s a Christmas miracle, Alex Ovechkin’s 14-game goalless drought is no more! He scored in the most dramatic fashion possible last night, getting the overtime game-winner on the power play. Fun fact: including playoff tallies, this was the 900th goal of his career. Despite going to overtime for the second night in a row, the Washington Capitals were able to hold the cannon to two booms and leave Columbus with two points.
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