At least John Carlson scored. (Caps Outsider)
It’s no secret that special teams can change a series, and it’s a large reason the Washington Capitals have a 3-0 series hole following a 3-1 loss to the New York Rangers on Friday night.
The Capitals power play has been powerless, going a combined 2-for-15, or 13% so far in the series following an 0-6 night. Since February 6, the first game after the All-Star break and bye week, the Caps had the top power play in the league, scoring on 28.9% of attempts.
“I think we were a little one and done too much,” Capitals defenseman John Carlson, who scored Washington’s only goal, said.