WASHINGTON — It was a different kind of atmosphere on Wednesday at Capital One Arena, one filled with emotion, anticipation and nerves aplenty, as Alex Ovechkin took the ice for what would be his final home opener, in fitting fashion…
The Washington Capitals defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-3 on Wednesday at Capital One Arena during Alex Ovechkin's final home opener. Washington's top line of Alex Tuch, Pierre-Luc Dubois, and Tom Wilson dominated the contest, combining for three goals as the Capitals built an early lead and held off a Pittsburgh rally.
Wilson led the offense with three points, while Logan Thompson stopped 27 of 30 shots to preserve the victory. Pittsburgh pulled within 4-3 in the second period, but a power-play goal by Ryan Leonard and a perfect penalty kill secured Washington's win.
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