In a high-paced game, the Capitals showcased their attacking ability by scoring four of their first five goals off rush plays, taking advantage of Pittsburgh's defensive lapses. However, as the game progressed, they fell behind, preventing Alex Ovechkin from having an opportunity for an empty-net goal that could have marked another milestone for him. Although several players had standout performances, including Martin Fehervary, Pierre-Luc Dubois, and Jakob Chychrun, the inability to keep the score tight limited Ovechkin's chances to add to his scoring record.
The Capitals demonstrated their offensive prowess with four out of five early goals coming off rush opportunities. This highlighted their season strength in counterattacking.
Despite their fast start, the Capitals couldn't maintain the game’s closeness, ultimately depriving Alex Ovechkin of a potential empty-net shot, which would have added to his goal tally.
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