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Capitals Secure 2-0 Series Lead Over Canadiens with Stellar Goaltending

Logan Thompson’s standout third-period saves and Connor McMichael’s two goals propel Washington to a 3-1 victory in Game 2.

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.
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Overview

  • The Washington Capitals lead the first-round playoff series 2-0 after a 3-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 2.
  • Goaltender Logan Thompson made 14 of his 25 saves in the third period, including key stops on high-pressure scoring chances, to preserve the Capitals' lead.
  • Connor McMichael scored twice, including an empty-net goal, while Dylan Strome added a goal to help Washington secure the win.
  • Montreal’s Christian Dvorak opened the scoring in the second period, but the Canadiens couldn’t capitalize on third-period opportunities despite outshooting Washington 14-5 in the frame.
  • The series now shifts to Montreal for Game 3, where the Canadiens will play before a full-capacity home crowd for the first time since 2017.