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Winnipeg Jets vs Washington Capitals Recap - Capitals Win 3-0

Alex Ovechkin scored a pair of goals against the Jets as Washington handed Winnipeg a 3-0 defeat on Sunday at Capital One Arena.

The Capitals were a +131 underdog in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 5.5.

Washington got goals from Alex Ovechkin(2), and John Carlson in the victory. Carlson opened the scoring at 1:21 of the third period.

Charlie Lindgren stopped 27 of 27 Winnipeg shots in the victory.

Winnipeg got a 16-stop effort from Connor Hellebuyck in the loss.

On the power play, Washington went 1-for-3, while the Jets were 0-for-2 with the man advantage.

Washington lost the shots on goal battle to Winnipeg by a margin of 27-19.

Washington looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Red Wings. The Jets will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Edmonton.