Coyotes Defeat Capitals 5-2, Complicating Washington's Playoff Hopes

With the NHL trade deadline looming, the Capitals' loss to the Coyotes raises questions about potential roster changes.

• Dylan Guenther led the Arizona Coyotes with a goal and two assists in their victory over the Washington Capitals.
• The Capitals now sit six points behind the Flyers for third place and seven points from the Eastern Conference wild-card spots.
• Washington's loss comes days before the NHL trade deadline, hinting at possible significant roster adjustments.
• Evgeny Kuznetsov, a longtime Capitals center, cleared waivers and was assigned to the AHL during the game.
• The Coyotes have won two consecutive games after ending a 14-game losing streak, despite missing injured All-Star Clayton Keller.

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