"With the Penguins clinching the second spot in the Metropolitan Division, head coach Dan Muse will sit all of the team's big stars, including Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang, against the Capitals."
"The Capitals likely need to win out to still have a chance to make the postseason, with their only viable path appearing to be the Metropolitan Division's third spot."
"A win today could drive the Capitals' playoff odds up to as high as 30 percent while a loss could finally be a dagger in the heart."
"Ovechkin is unsure whether he will retire after the season, saying he will make his decision in the summer."
The Capitals will play against a significantly weakened Penguins team, as key players like Crosby, Malkin, and Letang will be rested. This situation benefits the Capitals, who need to win their remaining games to secure a playoff spot. Currently, they trail the Flyers in the standings, and a victory could increase their playoff odds to 30 percent. The matchup is also notable for fans, as it may be one of the last opportunities to see Ovechkin and Crosby compete against each other in Pittsburgh.
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