Capitals Triumph Over Canucks 2-1 in Playoff Push

T.J. Oshie celebrates his 1,000th game with a win, as Ovechkin edges closer to Gretzky's record.

The Washington Capitals secured a 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks, marking a significant win in their playoff race.
In his 1,000th NHL game, T.J. Oshie played a crucial role for the Capitals despite dealing with an upper-body injury that almost sidelined him.
Alex Ovechkin scored his 841st career goal, moving him closer to Wayne Gretzky's record, while also contributing to the Capitals' win.
The Capitals' win ties them with the New York Islanders, putting them one point behind Detroit for the second wild card in the Eastern Conference.
Vancouver remains atop the Western Conference despite the loss, with the Canucks' speed and aggression noted throughout the game.