In a thrilling end to the 2023-24 season, the Capitals claimed the last playoff spot with a win in game 82 against the Flyers. Not only did the Caps clinch a playoff spot in the last game of the regular season, they simultaneously stole a playoff spot away from the Flyers, Penguins and Red Wings on the 7th tiebreaker.
Sadly, the Caps were swept in the first round by the New York Rangers. Although if you followed that series, then you know that those were all questionable games.
Heading into the off-season, the Capitals had a few major priorities to deal with.