Matthew Phillips scores first NHL goal against former team as Capitals rally past Flames in shootout

Overview

• Matthew Phillips, who signed with the Capitals after being let go by the Flames, scored his first NHL goal against his former team.
• The Capitals erased a two-goal deficit against the Flames and forced overtime, eventually winning 3-2 in a shootout.
• Evgeny Kuznetsov scored the shootout winner for the Capitals, while Darcy Kuemper made key saves in net.
• The win gave the Capitals their first victory under new head coach Spencer Carbery.
• The Capitals and Senators face off next, with Ottawa aiming for a third straight win.