The Ottawa Senators own the worst record in the NHL. They entered Tuesday’s game 3-11-0 in their previous 14. And they dealt away their three top assets before Monday’s trade deadline to accumulate draft picks and build for a better tomorrow.
It should have been easy pickings for the Washington Capitals. But early on, the defending Stanley Cup champs looked doomed.
The Capitals scored seven unanswered goals after giving up two in the first 7:10 of the game, beating the Senators 7-2 at home.
T.J. Oshie led with two goals, becoming the second Capital to reach 20 for the year.