In the end, Alex Ovechkin was what Alex Ovechkin was supposed to be — one of the Capitals best players. At the same time, this is the best Capitals team he has ever been on. He averaged more than a point per contest, accruing seven in the six game series. Having said that, this was not the same Capitals team that has been branded as chokers over the years in honour of their consistent underachievement. “I’m proud of my team, I’m proud of my teammates,” Ovechkin said in the sombre Caps dressing room Tuesday night.

Source: National Post May 11, 2016 17:56 UTC