Capitals Clash: Ovechkin's Milestone, Rising Stars McMichael & Protas Shine in Thrilling 6-3 Victory Over Canadiens

The Capitals secured a thrilling 6-3 victory over the Canadiens, with notable contributions from Wilson, Duhaime, Vrana, McMichael, Protas, and Ovechkin, who also assisted twice. After a slow first period, the game picked up in the second, highlighted by quick goals from Duhaime and Vrana, allowing Washington to rebound from a deficit. Despite defensive challenges due to injuries, key players like Trevor van Riemsdyk and Dylan Strome stepped up, while the team’s special teams showed improvement, including a long-awaited power-play goal from Wilson. Ovechkin's standout performance brought his career goal total to 858, inching him closer to Gretzky’s record, while emerging stars McMichael and Protas continued to make a significant impact, showcasing the Capitals' offensive strength as they move to a 7-2-0 record for the season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksDownload the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place aFIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONEHUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET!Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.