The Washington Capitals rebounded from a tough Game 1 loss against the Carolina Hurricanes with a decisive 3-1 victory in Game 2 of the NHL playoffs. Goaltender Logan Thompson was stellar, stopping 27 of 28 shots, marking his fifth win in seven postseason starts. Thompson's performance follows a strong showing in Game 1, where he stopped 31 of 33 shots. Meanwhile, backup Charlie Lindgren was absent due to personal reasons, raising concerns among fans who rallied in support of him at the Capital One Arena, displaying 'So Much Agape Love' rally towels during the game.