The Capitals didn’t need “The Save” to save them in Game 3.
In Washington’s 3-1 win Saturday, the Capitals’ defense did a solid job in keeping the Vegas Golden Knights from the front of the net.
The Golden Knights‘ chances were limited — and goaltender Braden Holtby recorded 21 saves to keep Vegas in check.
While there was no moment that will be as distinctly remembered as his stick save in the closing minutes of Game 2, Holtby pitched a shutout through two periods.
Vegas’ lone goal came off a rare turnover from Holtby, but he stopped six more shots in the third to seal the Capitals’ win.