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Capitals Rally in Game 2 to Even Series Against Hurricanes

Washington's defensive adjustments and key performances by Thompson, McMichael, and Carlson set the stage for a pivotal Game 3 in Raleigh.

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Alex Ovechkin #8 of the Washington Capitals skates with the puck against the Carolina Hurricanes at Capital One Arena on April 10, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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Overview

  • The Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals are tied 1-1 in their Eastern Conference semifinal series after Washington's Game 2 victory.
  • Washington's Logan Thompson made 31 saves in Game 2, continuing his strong postseason performance with a .926 save percentage overall.
  • Connor McMichael and John Carlson scored for the Capitals in Game 2, highlighting Washington's opportunistic offense.
  • Carolina's high-volume shooting approach dominated Game 1 with a 94-34 shot attempt advantage but was countered by Washington's defensive adjustments in Game 2.
  • The series now shifts to Raleigh for Game 3, with both teams seeking to leverage their strengths—Carolina's relentless system play and Washington's goaltending—to gain momentum.