Capitals Lead Canadiens 3-0 in Game 5, Ovechkin Scores

The Washington Capitals lead the Montreal Canadiens 3-0 after two periods in Game 5 of their first-round Stanley Cup Playoff matchup, with a 3-1 overall series advantage and the opportunity to advance to face the Carolina Hurricanes in the next round. Alex Ovechkin opened the scoring with his fourth goal of the playoffs, tying him for 12th all-time in career playoff goals with Mario Lemieux, and Jakob Chychrun added a second goal shortly thereafter. Tom Wilson extended the Capitals' lead with a power-play goal late in the second period. The Capitals have been strong on special teams, converting two of three power plays while holding the Canadiens scoreless with the man advantage. Montreal has struggled to capitalize on their chances, including a key 3-on-1 opportunity and two failed power plays. If the Canadiens lose, their season will end; a win would force a Game 6 back in Montreal.