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Will the Capitals' Recent Surge Overwhelm the Bruins at Home?

As the Washington Capitals prepare to host the Boston Bruins, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance streak. The Capitals have been on a roll, showcasing a strong offensive game in recent matchups. In their last three games, they've secured two wins and one loss, with an aggregate score of 9-4.


Feb 10, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) takes a shot against the Washington Capitals during the third period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

The team's shooting accuracy has been noteworthy; they netted five goals from thirty-three shots against Calgary Flames and maintained a fifteen percent shooting percentage. Their power play opportunities were well-utilized with two goals from just three chances, reflecting efficient execution when it matters most.


Defensively, Washington's goaltending has been rock-solid with save percentages rounding up to one hundred percent across all three games. This defensive reliability will be crucial against a Bruins squad known for its attacking prowess.


Feb 10, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) hugs goaltender Charlie Lindgren (79) after a game against the Boston Bruins at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

Faceoffs have been an area of concern for the Capitals as they've won less than half in each of their past encounters. Improving on this aspect could give them better control over the game's flow against Boston.


Special teams will likely play a significant role in this upcoming contest as well; Washington's powerplay efficiency and penalty killing strength have contributed significantly to their recent successes and will need to remain sharp.


Feb 10, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) controls the puck in front of Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren (79) during the third period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

The duel between these two teams is set at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., where home advantage might give the Capitals an extra edge. Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on ESPN+, NESN, or MNMT networks on March 30th at 7:00 PM EDT (Eastern Daylight Time).

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