Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, center, celebrates after scoring against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates after scoring against the Vegas Golden Knights during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) attempts to knock the puck away against the Vegas Golden Knights during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Washington Capitals center Connor McMichael (24) skates around Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb (3) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Vegas Golden Knights right wing Keegan Kolesar (55) celebrates after scoring against the Washington Capitals during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)