"After a convincing win against the Rangers yesterday at home, the Capitals came out flying today against the Senators, but their legs just couldn't keep up with the young, rested legs of the Ottawa Senators. This is why back to backs are such a stupid gimmick in the NHL. No reason a team should have to play a game then travel across international lines to play a rested team in their own barn, let a lone a young and skilled team like the Senators."
"Plus: The Caps played a great first period and a bit, looking to have decent legs after yesterday's matinee at home. Minus: Anytime you blow a multiple goal lead, it's a minus. Caps were tired and the Senators' first two goals involved some bounces, but still frustrating to see that 2-0 lead slip away. Caps Player of the Game: Justin Sourdif was great again, with a couple points and a huge, thundering hit behind the net."
Washington opened with a strong first period and a 2-0 lead, looking to have decent legs after yesterday’s matinee. Back-to-back scheduling forced the team to travel and play a rested Ottawa squad, leaving the Capitals fatigued against younger, fresher opponents. The Senators scored early on lucky bounces and erased the lead, turning the game. Blowing a multiple-goal advantage proved decisive in the loss. Justin Sourdif recorded multiple points, delivered a huge, thundering hit behind the net, and later fought to defend the hit. Tom Wilson's style is cited as an influence on Sourdif's physical play.
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