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.

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.