National Hockey League (NHL) Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson praised Alexander Ovechkin’s impact on the team’s play. His words are quoted by the capital’s press service.
“Alex Ovechkin is a huge offensive threat. So if you get to the goal, you have a chance and will probably find a way to get the puck into the goal. In the Anaheim match, everything went as we wanted; special teams were amazing; both minority and majority. We had to win, this is a good start on the road. We must continue in the same spirit,” said the Canadian.
On the night of December 1, Washington defeated the Anaheim Ducks (5:4) in a regular season game (NHL). Tom Wilson scored a hat-trick. Ovechkin assisted on two of the Canadian football player’s three goals.
Ovechkin played in 20 games in the NHL this season and recorded 5 goals and 9 assists.
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