WASHINGTON — Robin Lehner made 34 saves for his first shutout of the season, backstopping the Vegas Golden Knights to a 1-0 victory over the Washington Capitals on Monday night.
Making his sixth consecutive start, Lehner recorded his first shutout since April 16 and the 17th of his NHL career. The Capitals were shut out for the first time this season in their 43rd game.
Lehner was at his best during a 5-on-3 penalty kill that lasted 1:57 early in the second period. He turned aside three Washington shots, including a blast from Alex Ovechkin, who was looking for his 30th goal of the season.