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Washington Capitals vs Ottawa Senators Wrap - Ottawa Wins 5-2

Drake Batherson scored a pair of goals against the Capitals as Ottawa handed Washington a 5-2 defeat on Thursday at Canadian Tire Centre.

Bettors who backed the Senators were rewarded as -104 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 6.5.

Drake Batherson(2), Alex DeBrincat, Shane Pinto, and Tyler Motte each scored for the Senators in the victory. Batherson opened the scoring for Ottawa.

Anton Forsberg turned in a 22-save effort for the Senators.

Anthony Mantha, and T.J. Oshie scored for the Capitals, finding the net behind Anton Forsberg.

Darcy Kuemper stopped 39 of 42 shots for the Capitals, but it wasn't enough to earn the victory.

On the power play, Ottawa went 2-for-4, while the Capitals were 2-for-4 with the man advantage.

Washington lost the shots on goal battle to Ottawa by a margin of 44-24.

Ottawa looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Coyotes. The Capitals will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Los Angeles.