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Capitals Extend Series Lead Over Canadiens with Game 2 Victory

Washington's depth scoring and Logan Thompson's stellar goaltending secure a 3-1 win and a 2-0 series advantage.

Alex Ovechkin #8 of the Washington Capitals celebrates after scoring a goal against the Montreal Canadiens during overtime in Game One of the First Round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena on April 21, 2025 in Washington, DC.
Washington Capitals center Nic Dowd (26) battles for the puck against Montreal Canadiens left wing Emil Heineman (51) and defenseman David Savard (58) in the first period of Game 2 of a first-round NHL hockey playoff series Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in Washington.
Apr 23, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals players celebrate after their game against the Montreal Canadiens in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Connor McMichael scored twice, including an empty-net goal, while Dylan Strome added another tally for Washington in Game 2.
  • Logan Thompson delivered a standout performance with 25 saves, including 14 in the third period, to stifle Montreal's comeback efforts.
  • Christian Dvorak opened the scoring for the Canadiens, but Montreal struggled to maintain momentum against the Capitals' dominant second period.
  • Sam Montembeault kept Montreal competitive with 29 saves, but Washington's sustained offensive pressure proved decisive.
  • The series shifts to Montreal’s Bell Centre for Game 3 on Friday, marking the Canadiens' first home playoff game with full fan attendance since 2017.