Kraken overcome Alex Ovechkin’s first goal of the season to beat the Capitals 5-3
In a hard-fought 5-3 victory on Sunday night, the Seattle Kraken claimed a thrilling win over the Washington Capitals, overcoming Alex Ovechkin's season debut goal. Jared McCann scored the tying goal with 5:27 remaining, as the Kraken pushed past the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer. Jordan Eberle, Frederick Gaudreau, Kaapo Kakko and Ryan Winterton added to the excitement with their own goals, cementing the Kraken's winning record at 4-2-0.
Joey Daccord made 33 saves for Seattle, while Thompson made 22 stops for Washington. Kyrou and Boone Jenner secured the win for the Capitals, who now stand at 3-2-0.
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