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5d ago

Capitals Face Defensive Crisis as Fehérváry Sidelined and Alexeyev's Status Uncertain

Washington loses top defenseman Martin Fehérváry for the playoffs after surgery, while Alexander Alexeyev's availability for Game 2 remains unclear following a dental injury.

Mar 25, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Washington Capitals defenseman Martin Fehervary (42) skates up the ice against the Winnipeg Jets in the second period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images/ File Photo

Overview

  • Martin Fehérváry will miss the entire postseason after undergoing meniscus surgery on his right knee, an injury sustained in the final regular-season game.
  • Fehérváry had a career-best season with 25 points, a plus-18 rating, and an average of 19 minutes of ice time per game, making his absence a significant blow to the Capitals' defense.
  • Alexander Alexeyev, who replaced Fehérváry in Game 1, suffered a dental injury after being struck by a skate but returned to finish the game in overtime.
  • Alexeyev requires significant dental work, and his availability for Game 2 is uncertain, adding further strain to the Capitals' defensive depth.
  • If Alexeyev is unavailable, Washington may turn to Ethan Bear, a standout in the AHL this season, or consider recalling additional players from the minors.