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Capitals Edge Golden Knights 5-4 in Thrilling Shootout

3/29/2026

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The Washington Capitals defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 5-4 in a shootout on March 28, 2026.
The Capitals led 3-0 via goals from Hendrix Lapierre, Justin Sourdif, and Anthony Beauvillier.
Vegas answered with four goals, including two short-handed by Nic Dowd and Rasmus Andersson.
Dylan Strome tied it for the Capitals to force overtime.
Vegas remains three points behind the Edmonton Oilers, Bruce Cassidy urging wins as the season ends.

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The Washington Capitals defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 5-4 in a shootout on March 28, 2026.
The Capitals led 3-0 via goals from Hendrix Lapierre, Justin Sourdif, and Anthony Beauvillier.
Vegas answered with four goals, including two short-handed by Nic Dowd and Rasmus Andersson.
Dylan Strome tied it for the Capitals to force overtime.
Vegas remains three points behind the Edmonton Oilers, Bruce Cassidy urging wins as the season ends.