Ovechkin Adds an Assist in Capitals' Home Win

Alex Ovechkin collected an assist in a 5-4 Washington victory. He played 13:14 and appeared in 15 shifts. His lone point came at even strength — he had 0 goals and 1 assist there — and he also logged 1 hit and finished plus-one. He did not register a shot on goal and had 1 shot attempt on the power play.

On ice-time context, his 13:14 ranked 14th among the Capitals' 18 skaters and 9th of 12 forwards, so this was a shorter night relative to many teammates. Through seven games this season he has 1 goal, 2 assists and 3 points, with 10 total shots and a 10 percent shooting percentage. His season numbers also show 28 high-danger chances for and 31 against while on the ice. This was a compact, support-style night that still helped Washington secure the home win.