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Podcast: Locked On Capitals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Capitals
Episode: BREAKTHROUGH: Capitals BATTLE Flames and Oilers as Alex Ovechkin and Hendrix Lapierre SHINE Under Pressure
Description: Washington Capitals rebound with gritty performances, but inconsistency continues to haunt their playoff push. Can Hendrix Lapierre’s breakthrough and Tom Wilson’s leadership fuel a late-season surge?DAN HOLMI recaps the Capitals’ high-stakes weekend: a desperation-driven victory over the Calgary Flames and a rollercoaster overtime loss to the Edmonton Oilers powered by Connor McDavid. Key insights include Charlie Lindgren’s clutch goaltending, Alexei Protas’ offensive hot streak, and the urgent demand for back-to-back wins. The episode dissects Spencer Carbery’s push for consistency, the impact of Rasmus Sandin’s injury, and what needs to change for Washington to...