Capitals first to clinch a playoff spot! | Wilson is in the 30-goal club | Is Protas worth it $?

In a thrilling matchup, the Washington Capitals secured a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, clinching a playoff berth and marking a significant turnaround from last season. The Caps achieved this milestone with a remarkable 100 points, boasting a record of 46-15-8, which is one of the fastest in franchise history. Alex Ovechkin shone in the game, scoring his 35th goal of the season and inching closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time record. His impressive track record against the Flyers, alongside contributions from players like Anthony Beauvillier and Charlie Lindgren’s solid performance in goal, showcased the team's depth and resilience. In addition to team achievements, Tom Wilson has emerged as a key player for the Capitals, recently hitting the milestone of 30 goals this season, making him one of only four NHL players to achieve this after over 750 games. His transformation from a heavy-hitting forward to a versatile top winger has been pivotal to the team’s success. Meanwhile, Aliaksei Protas signed a lucrative five-year contract extension and has significantly exceeded expectations in his first full NHL season, amassing 61 points and setting a record for points by a Belarus-born player. The Capitals appear to have a bright future ahead as these players continue to evolve and contribute to the team's success. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Factor Looking to optimize your nutrition this year? Eat smart with Factor. Get started at FACTOR MEALS.com/FACTORPODCAST and use code FACTORPODCAST to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. 5-Hour ENERGY Head to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized. Upwork Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent and grow your business today! 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 LOCKEDONNHLfor $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 DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins! 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.