Down 4-1, the Caps battled back to tie it sending the game into OT and ultimately prevailing in the shootout.
Neuvirth got the starting nod but for the second game in a row was terrible. He let in at least two soft goals and for the second straight game was replaced by Theo. Theo didn't let another shot it in all night.
Down 4-1, the Caps scored shortly before the 2nd period ended and then Ovie scored just as the 3rd period started. The Caps added the equalizer with about 7 minutes remaining. They really had a flurry the last couple of minutes and looked like they had the game won when Knuble tipped I believe a Laich pass but it hit the post. The game ended up going to OT where it was back and forth action. The Panthers had at least two breakaways that Theo shut the door on. Laich took a tripping penalty with 45 seconds remaining making it a 4 on 3 game for the rest of OT and despite a couple of good Panther opportunities, they were unable to put the puck in thus sending it to shootout.
Panthers went and missed. Both teams first three players missed sending it to sudden death shootout. The Panthers scored on their opportunity so it was up to Brendan Morrison to keep the game alive. Thankfully he did but the Panthers next player scored for them. Again, it was up to Laich to keep the game alive and he did as well. The Panthers missed their next shot so Fleischman had a chance to end the game and he did. Great game and glad to see the Caps rebound from the disappointing Tampa Bay loss the night before.
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