Sandin and van Riemsdyk Shine in Capitals’ Victory Over Flyers
In an exciting matchup on Wednesday night, the Washington Capitals triumphed over the Philadelphia Flyers with a score of 3-1. This victory marked the Capitals’ fifth win in their last six games, further cementing their strong performance in the NHL.
Key Performers in Capitals’ Victory
Defensemen Rasmus Sandin and Trevor van Riemsdyk played pivotal roles in the game’s outcome, ending their lengthy goal droughts. Sandin netted his third goal of the season, while van Riemsdyk added another crucial goal, his second of the season.
Game Highlights
- Sandin scored in the second period, bringing an end to his goal slump since November 13.
- Protas contributed with an empty-netter, securing his 20th goal of the season.
- Van Riemsdyk’s goal came with just under six minutes remaining, sealing the victory for Washington.
Washington now boasts a total of 42 goals from defensemen this season, ranking second in the NHL, just behind Columbus.
Capitals’ Scoring Leaders
The Capitals have four players who have scored 20 or more goals this season:
- Tom Wilson
- Alex Ovechkin
- Jakob Chychrun
- Aliaksei Protas
Philadelphia Flyers Struggles
Despite Noah Cates scoring just 29 seconds into the third period, the Flyers faced yet another setback. This goal marked Cates’ first in 19 games. However, the team has now lost six of their last seven games, placing them further out of playoff contention.
Flyers’ goalie Dan Vladar made 26 saves in the match, trying to keep his team competitive amidst ongoing struggles.
Next Games
Looking ahead:
- Flyers will visit the New York Rangers on Thursday night.
- Capitals will host the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday night.
This recent performance highlights the Capitals’ growing strength and the significance of players like Sandin and van Riemsdyk in their success. For more updates on the NHL, stay tuned to Filmogaz.com.
