Inflection Point (def): A point of a curve at which a change in the direction of curvature occurs; a significant change
The arc of history for the Washington Capitals since Alex Ovechkin came to the NHL has been generally an upward one. From the depths of failure that led to their selecting Ovechkin with the first overall draft pick in 2004 to consecutive Presidents Trophy seasons in 2015-2016 and 2016-2017, the Caps have taken their place as one of the most successful franchises in the NHL.
In the regular season.
We will not recount the playoff misery that has confounded players, coaches, management, media, and fans over the last decade.