How Tom Wilson's hit changed the first round series for the Capitals

In the latest episode of Locked On Capitals, the spotlight is on Tom Wilson and his playoff journey. After a tumultuous couple of games against Montreal, where he incurred 14 penalty minutes, Wilson demonstrated significant growth by delivering a disciplined performance in Game 4 with no penalties and over 21 minutes of ice time. His clean hit on Alexandre Carrier shifted the momentum for the Capitals, showcasing Wilson’s ability to channel his fiery intensity into productive play, a marked improvement that coach Spencer Carbery noted as essential for the team's success. In other news, the Capitals' goaltender Logan Thompson was surprisingly not nominated for the Vezina Trophy despite impressive stats, including a 31-6-6 record and being third in the league for goals saved above expected. His omission has sparked frustration among fans, as many believe his efficiency and contributions to Washington's top standing in the Eastern Conference deserved recognition. Additionally, warmup drama before Game 4 resulted in fines for players Dylan McIlrath and Arber Xhekaj, highlighting the escalating intensity of the series as the NHL attempts to manage the escalating tensions between the Capitals and Canadiens. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful Pistachios Get snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible controller required. Upwork Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free. With Upwork, you can find specialized freelancers in marketing, development, design, and more—experts ready to help you take your business to the next level. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.