Aliaksei Protas is expected to return for the Capitals in Game 5 against the Montreal Canadiens, following recovery from a foot injury. Coach Spencer Carbery acknowledged the challenges of rejoining a playoff series after a brief absence but expressed confidence in Protas's readiness. Protas was a key contributor during the regular season, tying for third in team scoring and excelling in penalty-killing duties. His absence has been felt as the Capitals struggle against the Canadiens' power play, emphasizing his importance to the team's performance.
"It'll have its challenges of getting up to speed, the touches, the pace of the game, the physicality, and that, but he hasn't been out for two months."
"He can be a huge boost. He's been a huge penalty killer for us all year, especially for our power-play struggles against the Canadiens."
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