In a challenging matchup, the Washington Capitals faced the Carolina Hurricanes and lost 5-1. The Hurricanes established dominance quickly, scoring three goals in the first period, capitalizing on Capitals' defensive errors. Alex Ovechkin managed to score his 892nd career goal, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide. Despite a better performance in the second period, the Capitals found themselves in a difficult position. Rookie Ryan Leonard stood out positively, which highlighted the struggles of the veteran team amid their ongoing issues with team coordination.
The decision to play Ryan Leonard in back-to-back games looks like a good one, considering he seemed to be the only Capitals player going in the correct direction in the first period.
Carolina is absolutely relentless, and playing them in the second half of a back-to-back must be all kinds of not fun.
The Capitals played much better in the second period. Unfortunately, going down three goals in the first is just going to make it a tough road against any team.
Not much good to say about the opening frame. The Hurricanes blitzed the Capitals like they do every team in the league.
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