The Washington Capitals clinched their spot in the next round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a decisive 4-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Early goals from Alex Ovechkin and Jakob Chychrun set the tone for the game, while a late power play goal from Tom Wilson put the Capitals up 3-0. Although the Canadiens managed to score in the third period, the Capitals sealed their victory with an empty-net goal from Brandon Duhaime. Goalie Logan Thompson played a pivotal role, stopping 28 of 29 Canadiens shots.

With this win, the Capitals advance to face the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round, showcasing their potent offense and solid defensive efforts throughout the series. The Capitals capitalized on their power play opportunities, scoring twice on three chances while successfully neutralizing the Canadiens' power play.