Connor McMichael Leads Capitals to Victory Over Avalanche
The Washington Capitals secured a 5-2 win against the Colorado Avalanche with two goals from Connor McMichael.
- Connor McMichael scored twice, contributing significantly to the Capitals' 5-2 win over the Avalanche.
- Washington's defense successfully neutralized Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon, who failed to register a point or shot.
- Jakub Vrana, Jakob Chychrun, and Rasmus Sandin also scored for the Capitals, with Charlie Lindgren making 17 saves.
- Colorado's goaltender Justus Annunen was replaced after allowing three goals on six shots, with Trent Miner making his NHL debut.
- The Avalanche saw the return of Valeri Nichushkin, Jonathan Drouin, and Miles Wood, although their impact was limited.