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Podcast: Locked On Capitals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Capitals
Episode: Capitals Eliminated, Ovi Returning: End of an Era or New Beginning?
Description: The Washington Capitals’ season came to a crushing end as they were eliminated in Game 5 by the Carolina Hurricanes, losing 3–1 at home. The Hurricanes, a more complete and consistent team, controlled the series with superior special teams and possession play. Despite a late push from the Caps and a heroic effort by Alex Ovechkin, it wasn’t enough. Head coach Spencer Carbery didn’t sugarcoat it, calling the Game 5 loss “awful,” though he acknowledged how far the team came despite being written off by many at the start of the year.Now, all eyes turn to the future. Ovec...