COLLAPSE: What Went Wrong for Capitals—Stats EXPOSE Defensive Issues & Areas That Must Improve

Podcast: Locked On Capitals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Capitals · Dan Holmi, Locked On Podcast Network

Opublikowano: 2026-10-22

Washington Capitals squander 2-0 lead in stunning 5-2 loss as defensive breakdowns and failed special teams haunt their night. Can Spencer Carbery’s squad fix persistent issues before their Metro Division rivals run away with the standings? Dan Holmi spotlights Ryan Leonard’s promising performance, Alex Ovechkin’s line’s inability to convert chances, and questions surrounding the Protas-Jenner-Wilson combo. On defense, Jakob Chychrun and Matt Roy shine as a pairing, while Timothy Liljegren’s struggles spark concerns about the blueline’s stability. Key topics include expected goals statistics, game-changing moments against the Kings, and what the underlying n...