The Capitals now have both goaltenders locked up to new contracts this season with Monday morning's signing of Charlie Lindgren.

The Capitals scored four times in the the third period, including twice shorthanded, as they rallied to beat the Red Wings for their third straight victory.

Aliaksei Protas had two goals and an assist in the third period to key the Washington Capitals rallying to beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-2, extending their winning streak to three games.

Thompson turned aside 33 shots in regulation and overtime and all three shootout attempts he faced in Monday's 5-4 win over the Senators. The Caps grabbed a 3-0 lead early in the second period, but Thompson had to withstand a comeback by the Sens in the third period just to get the game to OT.

The Capitals are in the middle of a surprising dream season, which means the NHL Trade Deadline will be an intriguing time for them.

The last time the Washington Capitals faced the Calgary Flames on the road, coach Spencer Carbery thought they were "just okay." After scoring 15 goals in 24 hours in their return from the 4 Nations break,

Aliaksei Protas had two goals and an assist in the third period to key the Washington Capitals rallying to beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-2, extending their winning streak to three games.

The Detroit Red Wings are desperate for a points boost in the standings as they vie for a playoff spot. Forward Dylan Larkin understood the assignment and only needed 43 seconds to put his team on top against the Washington Capitals on Friday.

Tom Wilson fought Brady Tkachuk late in the first period, scored on the power play in the second and assisted on Martin Fehervary’s goal in the third to help the Washington Capitals end their season-worst losing streak at three games by beating the Ottawa Senators 5-4 in a shootout.

Charlie Lindgren wondered about his future with the Washington Capitals in late January when they signed the other half of their goaltending tandem, Logan Thompson, to a long-term contract. He wanted to stay with what he considers a home run organization.

The Washington Capitals hosted the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night at Capital One Arena. Detroit entered the contest attempting to correct a four-game losing streak, while Washington looked to kickstart a new winning streak after their three-game losing skid last week.

The Washington Capitals are back in action at Capital One Arena, playing host to the Detroit Red Wings after a relatively quiet NHL Trade Deadline Day.