As the Capitals head back to Madison Square Garden they know a solid start to Game 6 would go a long way to bolstering their efforts as they try to close out this first-round series.
Alex Ovechkin is glad to receive recognition for his successful regular season by being named a finalist for the Hart Trophy but remains focused on the the Capitals' task at hand against the Rangers.
Braden Holtby's error in puck handling cost the Capitals a goal early in Game 4 against the Rangers, but don't expect Coach Adam Oates to discourage him from playing the puck going forward.
Caps captain, along with Sidney Crosby and Martin St. Louis are voted by fellow members of the NHLPA as finalists for the “Most Outstanding Player” award.
Alex Ovechkin responds to Ryan McDonagh's comments that the star winger looked "tired" on the shift that led to the Rangers' game winning goal in Game 3.
Rangers defenseman Ryan McDonagh said Alex Ovechkin appeared "tired" on the shift that led to the game-winning goal in Game 3. Coach Adam Oates disagreed.