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"The game didn't have a lot of intensity in it. We did some good things. We had opportunities, but we didn't capitalize on any of them. They got a few odd-man rushes where we turned the puck over, and they capitalized on a couple. That is really the difference in the game."

"We've always talked about them getting up in the play and creating offense. I thought they did a good job of it tonight. It is something we always want to do."

"I thought they did a good job of moving it through the neutral zone, getting to the red, and dumping it in on us. Their D core back there is mobile and moves the puck well. It is a big part of their team."

"As of now, it's lower body. He's out. I don't know right now (about the rest of the season). He'll get some imaging done."

The team suffered a 4-0 loss to the Washington Capitals, dropping their record to 32-32-14. The coach noted a lack of intensity in the game and acknowledged missed opportunities. The defense was encouraged to contribute to the offense, which they did well, but execution was lacking. The Capitals' defense effectively moved the puck, creating challenges for the team. Anthony Stolarz left the game with a lower body injury, and his status for the rest of the season is uncertain.

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