Aliaksei Protas scores in OT to lift Capitals over Blue Jackets 2-1

Washington Capitals center Aliaksei Protas (21) celebrates with teammates after scoring the game winning goal in overtime of an NHL hockey game against the Columbus Blue Jackets Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio.

Washington Capitals center Aliaksei Protas (21) celebrates with teammates after scoring the game winning goal in overtime of an NHL hockey game against the Columbus Blue Jackets Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)


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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Aliaksei Protas scored his second goal of the night 2:23 into overtime to lift the Washington Capitals to a 2-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Protas had scored 31 seconds into the third period to tie a game that featured terrific performances from both goaltenders. The OT goal was the 11th of the season for Protas. Charlie Lindgren made 32 saves for the Capitals, including three during a lengthy possession by Columbus to start the overtime period. Jet Greaves stopped 35 shots in his 11th NHL game and first start this season.

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