Canadiens’ survival at risk after Game 4 loss to Capitals

The Washington Capitals beat the Montreal Canadiens 5-2 in Game 4 to move one win away from advancing to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Andrew Mangiapane played hero for his side, scoring the game-winner late in the third period with the score tied 2-2. Dylan Strome opened the scoring for Washington, with Brandon Duhaime adding two goals, including an empty-netter in the game’s final minutes. Juraj Slafkovsky and Cole Caufield scored for Montreal. The Capitals now lead the series 3-1. Game 5 is set for 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday at Capital One Arena. More to come.

Canadiens’ survival at risk after Game 4 loss to Capitals

The Washington Capitals beat the Montreal Canadiens 5-2 in Game 4 to move one win away from advancing to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Andrew Mangiapane played hero for his side, scoring the game-winner late in the third period with the score tied 2-2.

Dylan Strome opened the scoring for Washington, with Brandon Duhaime adding two goals, including an empty-netter in the game’s final minutes.

Juraj Slafkovsky and Cole Caufield scored for Montreal.

The Capitals now lead the series 3-1.

Game 5 is set for 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday at Capital One Arena.

More to come.