Follow usWith just 53 seconds remaining in overtime on Thursday night, Alex Ovechkin ended his 15-game goal drought, securing a 3-2 victory for the Washington Capitals over the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Ovechkin’s 828th career goal was netted during a 4-on-3 Capitals power play, a result of a roughing call against Columbus goaltender Elvis Merzlikins with 2:18 left in overtime. This goal marked Ovechkin’s 26th overtime goal, extending his NHL record, and his 125th game-winner overall, ranking second in NHL history, just behind Jaromir Jagr’s 135.
Contributing to the Capitals’ success, Anthony Mantha scored twice, and Charlie Lindgren made 34 saves, helping the team secure their third consecutive win. John Carlson played a pivotal role with three assists. On the opposing side, Cole Sillinger and Yegor Chinakhov scored for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
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