After this victory, Washington advances to the Eastern Conference playoff zone.
Ovechkin closed the gap with Gretzky by 47 goals, scoring in the game against Winnipeg.
“When it comes to the most important games, when our entire season is on the line, he is at his best. In such important moments, he scores important goals, keeping our team in the fight,” Carbery is quoted in the NHL press service.
Source: Sport

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