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Hurricanes Overcome Capitals in Critical Match, Ovechkin Nears Gretzky's Record

In a pivotal game for playoff positioning, the Carolina Hurricanes rallied to defeat the Washington Capitals 4-2, while Alex Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal-scoring record.

Overview

  • The Washington Capitals extended their losing streak to five games after a 4-2 defeat against the Carolina Hurricanes.
  • Alex Ovechkin scored two early goals, bringing his career total to 851, just 44 shy of Wayne Gretzky's record.
  • Sebastian Aho's late power-play goal secured the win for the Hurricanes, marking their comeback from a two-goal deficit.
  • The Capitals now sit just outside the playoff position, with six games remaining in the regular season.
  • Controversial officiating decisions in the game's final moments sparked frustration among the Capitals, particularly concerning a penalty that led to the Hurricanes' winning goal.