Ivan Miroshnichenko Contributes Vital Goal in Capitals' Victory

Ivan Miroshnichenko scored a goal and added a crucial backdoor power-play feed in the first period that went off an opponent's stick and in, helping the Washington Capitals defeat the Montreal Canadiens 5-4. Miroshnichenko's offensive pressure contributed to Washington's fast start and helped snap a two-game losing slide. The victory sets up the Capitals for their next matchup against the New Jersey Devils on Saturday night.