dailyloe.com – The Washington Capitals face the New York Rangers tonight in Manhattan, concluding their four-game season series with major playoff implications.
Washington has won two of the three previous meetings this season, including an early October shutout.
Goaltender Charlie Lindgren, who posted a 35-save shutout in that win, will start in net for the Capitals tonight.
The Capitals enter the game following a strong 6-2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday.
They seek to maintain momentum from a recent surge as the regular season nears its end.
The Rangers present a significant challenge, having won four of their last five games.
New York has outscored opponents 19-7 during that impressive five-game stretch.
The Rangers’ lineup will feature several players the Capitals have not faced this season.
Caps coach Spencer Carbery highlighted the unique challenge these new opponents present.
He stated that for young players, this game is like their Stanley Cup Final.
Carbery emphasized the team will face maximum effort and physicality from New York.
He warned his team to expect a committed, not casual, performance from the Rangers.
This Metropolitan Division rivalry game is critical for Washington’s late-season playoff positioning.
A win would solidify their surge and provide valuable points in the standings.[]
Source: NHL.com
