The New York Rangers defeated the Washington Capitals 8-1 in an NHL game at Madison Square Garden in New York. The Rangers scored five goals in the second period to secure the victory. Will Cuylle scored three goals for the Rangers, while Mika Zibanejad contributed three assists.
Adam Fox scored one goal and had two assists. The Rangers took an early lead with a goal by Conor Sheary 23 seconds into the game, but Washington tied it 1-1 with a goal by Connor McMichael later in the first period. Other Rangers goals were scored by JT Miller, Adam Sykora, and Vincent Trocheck.
the team had no energy left
According to reports, the loss puts the Capitals in a difficult position in the playoff race, as they reportedly need to win all their remaining games to secure a wildcard spot. The Rangers have reportedly won five of their last six games. The Capitals' coach Spencer Carbery reportedly said the team had no energy left, and player Aliaksei Protas called the performance shameful.
The Rangers' next game is against the Buffalo Sabres at home, while the Capitals will play the Toronto Maple Leafs away.
called the performance shameful