LOS ANGELES — Alex Ovechkin’s one-timer from the left faceoff circle has been unstoppable this season for the Washington Capitals. The Russian forward scored a pair of power-play goals from his favourite spot as the Capitals beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on Monday night. According to NHL.com, Ovechkin has scored 24 goals this season from the left faceoff circle. Coach Todd Rierden was pleased with his team’s performance on special teams, especially after they allowed two power-play goals in a 5-2 loss to Anaheim on Sunday night. It was the quickest back-to-back goals the Capitals have scored this season, surpassing the 21-second margin that happened Oct. 4 at Pittsburgh.

Source: National Post February 19, 2019 06:00 UTC