Postgame Recap: Caps 7 Rangers 3

 Again the Caps got off to a rough start on Sunday giving the Rangers a 3-1 lead. However, just like this team does over and over again came to life to get an impressive win in Manhattan.

My Thoughts:

*Justin Williams and T.J Oshie have been great additions. Oshie had a nice goal to tie the game, and Williams had a goal and two assists.

*Alex Ovechkin's countdown to 500 is down to 8 after he scored career goal #492 to give the Caps a 4-3 lead late in the 2nd period.

*Nick Backstrom keep moving along as he had a three assist night and is now the Caps leading point producer.

*Marcus Johansson does not get a lot of attention but he is playing very good hockey lately, as he was able to get a goal and two assists last night.

*Tom Wilson I thought had a good game, getting a nice assist on a Jason Chimera third period shorthanded breakaway to give the Caps a 6-3 lead in the third. Also he drew a penalty that lead to a power play goal. So, for Willy when he plays like that he helps the team.

*Dmitry Orlov had a solid night with a pair of assists, I think he is starting to find his way offensively which adds a good dynamic to his game.

*Overall getting two points in MSG is very sweet, not only to go up by 8 points on the Rangers for first place, but for the confidence that we know we can win in that building. It was a great win but time to refocus as they are back in action tonight.


What's Next: Tonight Dec. 21st at Carolina 7:00 p.m on CSN Plus