Good First Period

Washington Capitals Hockey

Although the Capitals looked a bit tentative for the first ten minutes or so, they turned in around in the latter part of the first period with Steckle's goal, and then Ovechkin drawing a penalty, and scoring on a five on three. That's why Ovechkin is much more than just a scoring machine. He also draws penalties and hits like a power defensemen. I also liked the way Varlamov didn't seem to be fazed by the goal scored by Crosby. He made some good saves, and seems to be as cool as a cucumber. On the downside, the Capitals had far too many turnovers, and if they don't correct that, it will cost them big time.

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