In a crucial matchup for playoff positioning, the Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the Washington Capitals 4-1. Adam Fantilli's two goals and Jet Greaves' 29 saves contributed significantly to the victory, marking the Blue Jackets' fourth consecutive win. Despite a strong start with Alex Ovechkin scoring his 896th goal, the Capitals faltered, allowing Columbus to sweep the weekend series. To clinch a playoff spot, the Blue Jackets must win their final two games and rely on other teamsâ results. The Capitals, resting key players, struggle as they head into the postseason.
With the score tied early in the second period, Washington's Rasmus Sandin turned the puck over to Fantilli, who beat Lindgren for an unassisted goal.
The Blue Jackets outscored the Capitals 11-1, sweeping the teams' weekend home-and-home back to back and winning their fourth in a row.
Adam Fantilli scored twice, Jet Greaves made 29 saves to win his third start in four days and the Columbus Blue Jackets remained in playoff contention.
Ovechkin scored his 896th career goal to extend the NHL record he broke a week earlier, giving Washington an early 1-0 lead.
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