In a pivotal Game 4 matchup, the Washington Capitals overcame the Montreal Canadiens with a 5-2 victory, largely influenced by Tom Wilson's heavy hit on Alexandre Carrier. The hit, which took place in the third period, led to a momentum shift. Despite some members of the Canadiens suggesting it was a turning point, captain Nick Suzuki disagreed, asserting they had the upper hand until a few unfortunate bounces altered the game's trajectory.

Wilson's check directly preceded Brandon Duhaime’s game-tying goal, sparking a Capitals rally that resulted in three consecutive goals, including two empty-netters. The Canadiens, who had initially held a 2-1 lead entering the final period, failed to recover from the sudden shift in momentum. This loss puts them in a precarious position, forcing them to respond swiftly in Game 5 if they hope to stay alive in the series.