The fact the Leafs-Capitals series is tied 2-2 only underlines how close the two teams have been through four games. They’ve also had the exact same number of goals (14 each), are close in shots on net, and all but tied in possession. That sets up a finish to the series that could go either two or three games. The victor will be the team that best manages its mistakes, its special teams, and its on-ice focus. “I think it will be which team manages momentum and execution that goes along with it,” said Leafs defenceman Connor Carrick, as the Leafs had the day off the ice Thursday before flying to Washington for Friday’s Game 5.

Source: thestar April 20, 2017 17:37 UTC