Breaking News Alert: Washington Capitals storm back from behind to defeat the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 in a thrilling Game 4, taking a commanding 3-1 series lead in the NHL’s first-round playoff matchup. The Capitals, who trailed 3-2 after two periods, scored three unanswered goals in the final frame to secure the victory and put the Habs on the brink of elimination. Brandon Mangiapane’s power-play goal with just under seven minutes remaining proved to be the game-winner, as the Capitals moved one step closer to advancing to the next round. The Canadiens now face the daunting task of winning three consecutive games to keep their playoff hopes alive. Stay tuned for more updates from this intense Stanley Cup playoff series!
Washington Capitals Ride Late Surge to Take 3-1 Series Lead Against Canadiens
The Washington Capitals, in a show of frustratingly familiar form, came from behind once again to defeat the Montreal Canadiens, securing a commanding 3-1 series lead in their best-of-seven playoff series. The Capitals, known for their spectacular postseason comebacks, are seemingly on track to write another chapter in their playbook of dramatic victories.
Third-Period Magic
In a game thatractedlymatedwasintense, it was the Capitals who found their stride in the final frame, scoring three goals in just four minutes. It was a breathless finish to a game that had seen the Canadiens lead by two goals earlier in the period.
Late Heroics
The Capitals’ game-winning goal, their third in the final 10 minutes, came off the stick of Andrew Mangiapane in overtime, sending the Capital One Arena into a frenzy. Mangiapane’s clutch performance was a testament to his growing reputation as a playoff performer, having now scored seven goals in his last six playoff games.
Canadiens on the Brink
With their backs against the wall, the Canadiens now face elimination, confronting the grim reality that just three teams in NHL history have ever come back from a 3-1 deficit in a best-of-seven series. The pressure is on head coach Rod Brack, who will need to rally his troops for what promises to be a tense and decisive Game 5.
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Did you know? The Capitals are on a roll in the one-goal game department, winning their past seven such games, including three in this series. They’ve scored the game-winning goal in the third period or overtime in six of those victories.
Pro tip: Keep an eye on the Capitals’ power play. Despite entering Game 4 with a dreadful 16.7% success rate, they capitalized on their lone opportunity, a sign that they might be poised for a breakthrough.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Which Capitals player leads the team in playoff scoring?
- A: Alexander Ovechkin, with 16 points (7 goals, 9 assists) in 13 games.
- Q: What is the Canadiens’ home record in the playoffs?
- A: 2-2, with both wins coming against the Capitals.
Looking Ahead
With the series shifting back to Montreal, the Canadiens will look to conjure up the form that saw them win 14 of their final 18 regular-season games at the Bell Centre. The Capitals, meanwhile, will seek to maintain their revealing consistent Ability to close out games and take a stranglehold on the series.
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