Capitals Overpower Penguins to Stay in Playoff Race

53 articles · Updated · Russian Machine Never Breaks · Apr 12

The Washington Capitals defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-3 on Saturday to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Rookie Ilya Protas scored his first NHL goal and had two assists, while Ryan Leonard netted two goals for Washington.
The Penguins rested several key players, and the Capitals must win again Sunday and get help to reach the playoffs.

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Will Alex Ovechkin's potential last home game fuel an improbable playoff push?

How will Pittsburgh's strategy of resting stars affect this heated rivalry game?

Can rookie Ilya Protas repeat his breakout performance under immense playoff pressure?

Is the iconic Ovechkin-Crosby-Malkin rivalry era truly coming to an end?