A red-hot start paved the way for a huge Washington Capitals win, which puts the New York Islanders in hot water.
WASHINGTON -- The Washington Capitals don't have a playoff spot to go for, but they did have a big opportunity to put a dent in the New York Islanders' playoff run -- and they delivered.
Dylan Strome and Craig Smith put on a show as the Capitals found a way past New York, 5-2.
Here are all the takeaways from the win:
Strome Stays Hot, Smith Steps Up As 3 Capitals Record Multi-Point Games
Strome has been a force to be reckoned with and stayed hot with two goals, extending his goal-scoring streak to four games and establishing a new career high in goals.
Meanwhile, Smith had a strong game, dishing a goal and assist.
Tom Wilson also added to his point streak with a goal and assist as well.
Washington Capitals Win Ovechkin-Less Losing Streak
Washington had lost the last seven games without Alex Ovechkin, and they finally ended a 10-game losing skid when he's injured.
Ovechkin remains day-to-day with a lower-body injury.
Darcy Kuemper Stands Tall
While several Capitals had strong outings, Darcy Kuemper made it a big win.
The 32-year-old netminder stopped 38 of 40 shots for the win and also made a couple of bids for the open net.
Additional Ice Chips
- Conor Sheary now has assists in back-to-back games.
- Washington blocked over 30 shots.