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The Caps got on the board first, but the Stars then seized control of the game and tallied the next three goals.
Early in the third, though, they took two penalties, and the Caps converted on both to tie the game.
Evgeny Kuznetsov and Jay Beagle provided the overtime magic to complete the comeback victory.
And now, this…
With this goal, Alex Ovechkin tallies his 204th PPG and ties Wayne Gretzky for 15th all-time. pic.twitter.com/XLOYavo8WL
— Ian Oland (@ianoland) January 22, 2017
Ten more notes on the game:
The Caps didn’t play a particularly strong game. They had their chances, but playing a 50/50-ish game against this opponent is a little disappointing. That said, the third period and overtime were reminders of how dangerous they can be given an opportunity. They’ve maintained their two-point lead over Columbus in the race for the division and conference crowns, and the President’s Trophy, and John Carlson is set to be back soon, too.
The Caps return home to host Carolina on Monday.
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