nhl Game Recap
Philadelphia Falls 2-1 to Capitals - Recap
It came down to a shootout and Braden Holtby foiled the opposition in a 2-1 victory for Washington over Philadelphia Wednesday.
Bettors who backed the Capitals were rewarded as -120 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 6.5.
Washington got a goal from Brendan Leipsic in the victory. Leipsic opened the scoring at 6:13 of the first period.
Braden Holtby turned in a 30-save effort for the Capitals.
Claude Giroux scored for the Flyers, finding the net behind Braden Holtby.
Philadelphia got a 35-stop effort from Carter Hart in the loss.
On the power play, Washington went 0-for-3, while the Flyers were 1-for-4 with the man advantage.
Washington outshot Philadelphia 36-31 in the game.
Washington looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Canadiens. The Flyers will aim to get back on the winning track at Ottawa.