The Washington Capitals lost to the St. Louis Blues 5-2 at home, continuing a disappointing trend as they struggled offensively and defensively. The performance of star players Alex Ovechkin and Dylan Strome was particularly criticized, as they combined for a minus-8 rating. Goaltender Charlie Lindgren also had a poor outing, allowing 1.9 goals more than expected. Despite a notable assist from Taylor Raddysh, the team's overall performance reflected a lack of offensive creativity and defensive cohesion, marking their second consecutive loss at home in short succession.
The Capitals struggled to create offense against the Blues, managing only four high-danger chances while experiencing a defensive breakdown, particularly with their top line.
Charlie Lindgren faced a tough night, allowing four goals on just 18 shots, significantly underperforming against expected goals metrics.
Ovechkin and Strome's negative impact on the ice contributed heavily to the team's struggles, with substantial negative differentials in key performance areas.
Raddysh showcased his skills with a key assist in the game, continuing a strong performance record against St. Louis over his career.
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