In a high-scoring matchup, the Washington Capitals defeated the Anaheim Ducks 7-4, highlighted by Aliaksei Protas achieving his first NHL hat trick. Alex Ovechkin contributed three assists but remains nine goals shy of Wayne Gretzky's record. The game saw the score tied at 4-4 late, but the Capitals capitalized with three goals in the final minutes. Other notable performances came from Pierre-Luc Dubois, who recorded a goal and two assists, and Frank Vatrano, who reached 20 goals for the season. The Capitals will face the Kings next, while the Ducks take on Utah in their upcoming game.
Aliaksei Protas, with his first career hat trick, propelled the Capitals to a 7-4 victory, securing their fifth consecutive win and shining alongside Ovechkin and Dubois.
The game was tightly contested, tied at 4-4 before the Capitals surged ahead late with three quick goals, demonstrating their skill and teamwork in crucial moments.
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