In the latest episode of Locked On Capitals, the main focus was on injury updates and preparations for Game 4 against the Montreal Canadiens. Winger Aliaksei Protas has returned to full contact after recovering from a skate blade injury and could make his comeback just in time to boost the Capitals’ offense. However, starting goaltender Logan Thompson remains sidelined after a collision during Game 3, leaving questions about the team's netminding for the critical upcoming match. Both teams might need to rely on their backup goalies, as Canadiens goaltender Sam Montembeault is also under evaluation for a lower-body injury. The Capitals are looking to bounce back after a disappointing performance in Game 3, where they struggled with communication and turnovers, largely fueled by the electric atmosphere at the Bell Centre. Coach Carbery and the leadership group are emphasizing the importance of learning from setbacks and responding with determination. Players like Dylan Strome and Trevor van Riemsdyk highlighted the need for composure and resilience moving forward. With Game 4 being crucial for both teams, the Capitals must tighten up their gameplay and harness their desperation to even the series.

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The Washington Capitals faced a challenging game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre, resulting in a disappointing 6-3 loss and raising injury concerns, particularly for goaltender Thompson. After two strong performances earlier in the series, the Capitals struggled with defensive lapses, allowing Montreal to dominate the game with a shot disparity of 40-19. Tensions escalated during the match, leading to misconducts and five penalties for the Capitals, which the Canadiens exploited by scoring twice on the power play. In a pivotal moment late in the game, a collision involving Thompson left him injured and unable to play, marking a troubling setback for a player who had recently returned from an upper-body injury. With Thompson out, Charlie Lindgren stepped in but couldn't prevent additional goals, and the Caps' attempts to respond to Montreal's scoring fell flat. Despite this tough loss, the Capitals hold a 2-1 series lead as they look ahead to Game 4, hoping to regroup and adjust their strategy moving forward.

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In Game 2 of the playoffs, the Washington Capitals secured a 3-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, highlighted by Logan Thompson's impressive performance as the starting goaltender. Thompson made a series of crucial saves, especially in the tense moments of the third period, including a breakaway stop and a remarkable save against Jake Evans. After falling behind due to a flukey goal by Christian Dvorak, the Capitals quickly rallied, with Connor McMichael tying the game and Dylan Strome putting them ahead, showcasing strong teamwork and determination. The Capitals maintained their momentum throughout the game, exhibiting relentless pressure and ultimately securing the victory with an empty-net goal from McMichael. Anthony Beauvillier and Ryan Leonard stood out with their contributions, including Beauvillier's assist and Leonard's first NHL playoff point. Defensively, Alex Alexeyev also earned praise for his solid play on the blue line. The team’s performance provides a strong foundation as they continue their playoff journey, promising exciting updates in the days ahead.

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