Alex Ovechkin scores No. 884, but Caps' skid reaches season-worst three
Briefly

Alex Ovechkin scored late in the third period to end a shutout against the Tampa Bay Lightning, marking his 884th career goal. Despite this, the Washington Capitals lost 3-1 to the Lightning, marking their third consecutive loss in regulation. Coach Spencer Carbery criticized the team's performance, noting they need to regroup before the trade deadline. The Capitals had a potential early lead wiped out after a video review determined a high stick had played a part in the goal, contributing to their recent frustrations.
Alex Ovechkin's late third-period goal prevented a shutout against the Tampa Bay Lightning, but it wasn't enough to secure a win for the struggling Capitals.
Coach Spencer Carbery expressed concerns about the Capitals losing three consecutive games, indicating the need for the team to regroup ahead of the approaching trade deadline.
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