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Podcast: Locked On Capitals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Capitals
Episode: Capitals Lock Down Game 2 As Ovechkin’s Role Evolves
Description: In this episode of Locked On Capitals, we dive into the changing role of Alex Ovechkin as he takes on a more specialized, lower-minute assignment in the playoffs. While Ovi’s ice time has dropped to a career-low average of 16 minutes per game, he’s still making a meaningful impact with four goals and heavy physical play. Spencer Carbery is managing Ovi’s deployment strategically — using him in offensive-zone starts while trusting other players to close games. It’s a big shift, but one that’s working so far.We also highlight Carbery’s strong playoff coaching moves, includi...