What Happened
The Washington Capitals defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 3-1 on Wednesday night, marking their fifth win in the last six games. Defensemen Trevor van Riemsdyk and Rasmus Sandin ended long goal droughts, contributing significantly to the victory. Aliaksei Protas sealed the game with an empty-netter, scoring his 20th goal of the season.
Why It Matters
This win is crucial for the Capitals as they continue to strengthen their playoff position, now boasting 42 goals from defensemen this season, the second most in the NHL behind Columbus. The Capitals’ performance comes despite missing key players, including forward Tom Wilson due to illness.
What’s Next
Looking ahead, the Capitals will host the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday night, while the Flyers will visit the New York Rangers on Thursday. The Capitals aim to maintain their momentum as they approach the critical stages of the season.
