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Capitals: Top 3 heroes against Penguins

ByMichael Marzzacco|
T.J. Oshie, Washington Capitals (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
T.J. Oshie, Washington Capitals (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
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WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 23: T.J. Oshie #77 of the Washington Capitals celebrates his goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at Capital One Arena on February 23, 2020 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 23: T.J. Oshie #77 of the Washington Capitals celebrates his goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at Capital One Arena on February 23, 2020 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

T.J. Oshie

T.J. Oshie once again came up clutch against the Penguins when the team needed him the most. Thankfully he didn’t have to overcome any hits from Evgeni Malkin this time like he did a season ago. Oshie gave the Caps the lead for good with 9:20 to go following his own shot off Penguins goaltender Matt Murray for his 25th goal of the season.

Oshie’s goal capped off a four-goal third period comeback to get the Caps back in first place. Coach Todd Reirden was pleased with the win:

"“A few breakdowns that they were able to capitalize on, but for the most part I would say that was the most connected five-man game that we’ve played probably in all three zones in quite some time. There’s still mistakes, and we still have to get better in a number of areas, but this was a step in the right direction. Good to see the guys get rewarded with a big third.”"

The Capitals after the game added more forward depth with Ilya Kovalchuk. After a huge win over their rivals they now turn their attention to the Winnipeg Jets as they take on them twice this week in a home-and-home series. The first game is Tuesday night at Capital One Arena with a 7 p.m. puck drop. Alex Ovechkin will be honored before the game for 700 goals.

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