nhl Game Recap
New York Falls 6-3 to Capitals - Recap
Evgeny Kuznetsov scored twice to lead the Capitals over New York 6-3 on Saturday at Capital One Arena.
Bettors who backed the Capitals were rewarded as +131 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 6.0.
Washington got goals from Evgeny Kuznetsov(2), T.J. Oshie(2), Sonny Milano, and Tom Wilson in the victory. Oshie opened the scoring at 4:25 of the first period.
Darcy Kuemper turned in a 23-save effort for the Capitals.
New York got goals from Chris Kreider, Barclay Goodrow, and Kaapo Kakko in the loss, but it wasn't enough.
New York got a 17-stop effort from Igor Shesterkin in the loss.
Washington scored 1 times on 2 chances on the power play, while New York went 1-for-5 with the man advantage.
Washington outshot New York 27-26 in the game.
Next game, Washington takes its act on the road to face Buffalo looking for another win. For New York, they head home to face Los Angeles.