New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) loses control of the puck against Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (43) during the second period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox, right, clears the puck away from Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) in front of a pile up at the Rangers' net during the first period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
Washington Capitals center Aliaksei Protas (21) moves in behind New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick (32) to score a goal on a rebound during the third period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette, rear left, watches a replay during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
New York Rangers center Sam Carrick (39) scores a goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)