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Podcast: Locked On Capitals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Capitals
Episode: EXPOSED: Washington Capitals FALL Short Against NHL Elite, Nathan MacKinnon DOMINATES in Denver
Description: Washington Capitals exposed by Colorado Avalanche: How wide is the NHL’s elite gap? Dan Holmi unpacks the Capitals’ sobering 4-2 loss, revealing why discipline—not talent—cost Washington against Nathan MacKinnon and the powerhouse Avalanche. Despite a strong start and standout moments from Jacob Chychrun and Ethen Frank, the Capitals’ persistent penalties, defensive lapses, and lack of scoring depth proved fatal.Holmi spotlights Charlie Lindgren’s heroic effort in goal, stopping 38 of 43 shots, and examines the team’s continuing struggles on special teams and with lineup consistency. With stars like Alex Ovechkin now creating more assists than goals and...