The Capitals had a strong start but lost focus and fell to the Maple Leafs in OT. Welcome back, Lars Eller!

The Capitals faced a dramatic loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, surrendering a 3-1 lead and ultimately losing 4-3 in overtime, highlighted by a strong comeback from Toronto that included key goals from Marner and Nylander. Logan Thompson performed well in goal despite the loss, stopping 31 of 35 shots, while officiating decisions played a significant role, including disallowed goals for Carlson and Lorentz. On a positive note, the Capitals' top line of Strome, Protas, and Ovechkin displayed impressive chemistry, with Strome leading the team in points. In team news, the Capitals announced the return of Lars Eller from the Penguins, a vital player from their 2018 Stanley Cup win, though he will not play in the upcoming game. This acquisition aims to bolster the team's center depth amid ongoing challenges at that position. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Mint Mobile To get this new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MINTMOBILE.com/lockedonnhl . Disclaimer - $45 upfront payment required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customers on first 3 month plan only. Speeds slower above 40GB on Unlimited plan. Additional taxes, fees, & restrictions apply. See MINT MOBILE for details. Omaha Steaks From legendary steaks to mouthwatering desserts and more, save fifty percent off site-wide at OmahaSteaks.com . Plus, our listeners get an extra thirty dollars off with Promo Code NHL and a thirty-dollar reward card when you shop early. Select Quote Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at SelectQuote.com/LOCKEDONNHL . PrizePicks Download the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup. 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 You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM t o get started. 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.