Washington Capitals defeated the New York Islanders 5-2. The match of the regular season of the National Hockey League (NHL) was held at the “Capital One Arena” stadium in Washington.
Among the winners were Dylan Stroom (couple), Rasmus Sandin, Craig Smith and Tom Wilson. Hudson Fasching and Casey Sisikas scored goals for the Islanders.
Thus, “Washington” ranks 13th in the NHL Eastern Conference standings. The team from the US capital lost the chance to reach the playoffs of the Stanley Cup. The Islanders are in eighth place in the East with 91 points.
On April 12, Capitals hockey players will face the Boston Bruins, played by former Washington guard Dmitry Orlov. On April 13, the Islanders will play the Montreal Canadiens.
Previously reportedWashington captain Alexander Ovechkin said he was eliminated three times during the season due to injury for the first time in his career.