In a thrilling Game 4, Andrew Mangiapane scored a crucial go-ahead goal late in the third period, leading the Washington Capitals to a decisive 5-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens. The Capitals now hold a 3-1 lead in their playoff series. Brandon Duhaime's two-goal performance bolstered the Capitals' offense, alongside contributions from Dylan Strome and Tom Wilson. Despite a strong start from the Canadiens, with goals from Juraj Slafkovsky and Cole Caufield, Washington's resilience paid off as they rallied from a 2-1 deficit in the final frame.

Logan Thompson returned in net for Washington, making 16 saves to secure the win, while Jakub Dobes faced 26 shots in his playoff debut for Montreal. The Capitals' ability to capitalize on mistakes was evident, as Strome opened the scoring early in the second period. Special teams were a highlight for Montreal, going 2 for 4 on power plays and showcasing explosive offense, yet it wasn’t enough to overcome Washington's momentum as they prepare for Game 5 back in Washington.