The Carolina Hurricanes clinched a commanding 4-0 victory over the Washington Capitals, taking a 2-1 lead in their second-round playoff series. Andrei Svechnikov struck first with his sixth postseason goal, quickly followed by Jack Roslovic's power-play score, Eric Robinson's early third-period goal, and Jackson Blake's clincher late in the game. With this win, the Hurricanes have remained unbeaten at home this postseason, showcasing their dominance after a shaky start in the series opener.

Frederik Andersen was pivotal, recording 21 saves and maintaining composure during the Capitals' early offensive pushes. The Capitals, who had tied the series with a strong performance in Game 2, struggled to find their rhythm, managing only ten shots in the final 39 minutes of the game. The next matchup in this best-of-seven series is scheduled for Monday in Raleigh.