Washington Capitals: Ilya Samsonov continues insane momentum

The state of the crease with the Washington Capitals is an interesting development to keep an eye on throughout the season.

There’s no doubt Braden Holby is the unquestioned starting goaltender of the Washington Capitals, at least for this season. Coach Todd Reirden even confirmed it prior to Wednesday’s game. But the biggest burning question facing the Caps and a storyline to watch throughout the year is whether the team will be able to afford Braden Holtby or will the starting job belong to Ilya Samsonov next season.

Since the season opening win against the St. Louis Blues, Holtby struggled having dropped his next three games and giving up three goals on three shots in Monday night’s defeat…