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Ovechkin's First Playoff OT Goal Lifts Capitals Over Canadiens in Game 1

Washington takes a 1-0 series lead as Alex Ovechkin scores twice, including his first career playoff overtime goal, in a 3-2 victory.

Apr 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell (15) and Colorado Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson (6) chase the puck during the overtime period in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Apr 21, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN;Winnipeg Jets center Mark Scheifele (55) celebrates a goal against the St. Louis Blues with Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor (81) in the first period in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images
Apr 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Kings center Phillip Danault (24) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Edmonton Oilers in the second period of game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Alex Ovechkin scored his first-ever playoff overtime goal at 3:26 into OT, securing a 3-2 win for the Washington Capitals over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of their first-round series.
  • Ovechkin, who recently broke Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record, added two goals and an assist, bringing his career playoff total to 74 goals, tied for 13th in NHL history.
  • The Capitals built an early 2-0 lead with goals from Ovechkin and Anthony Beauvillier, but the Canadiens rallied in the third period with goals by Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki to force overtime.
  • Washington's Logan Thompson returned from injury to make 33 saves, while Montreal's Sam Montembeault impressed with 29 saves in his playoff debut.
  • Game 2 of the best-of-seven series is set for Wednesday in Washington, with the Canadiens aiming to build on their resilient comeback effort in Game 1.