The Washington Capitals just finished a five-game road trip in the midst of what was supposed to be a difficult April on schedule. Ten of the 14 games scheduled for the month were against teams who had already clinched a playoff berth or are in contention to do so. They are currently 7-2-1 in April.
It’s no secret Washington has been better on the road this season than at home. They boast the league’s best away record, and that honor was on display in the last five games.
Capitals Impressive on 5-Game Road Trip
The Capitals’ travels didn’t start off all so great. On April 14, they were dominated by the Toronto Maple Leafs. Then, they earned at least a point in each of the next four, including a regulation win against the Colorado Avalanche arguably the best team in the NHL in Denver.
Before the game against the Avalanche, the Capitals defeated the Montreal Canadians 8-4, and later finished the road trip with an overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights, then a shutout victory over the Arizona Coyotes.
The Capitals can use this impressive road trip moving forward for confidence and momentum. They’ve beaten good teams and they’re playing at a high level. Facing the Panthers may be inevitable, but perhaps Florida should have more worry going into that series than Washington. Then again, they have won 13 straight. Two confident teams playing at a high level makes for some wonderful hockey, though.
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