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The Washington Capitals are finally back from their much-needed break to address their seven-game losing streak. The Caps host the Calgary Flames at Capital One Arena at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1.
What to watch for:
1. Can the Caps break a seven-game losing streak? The Caps are on a seven-game skid, their longest streak to date. Can they bounce back with a win against the Flames after a much-needed break?
2. Braden Holtby: The Capitals’ star goaltender did not play to his full potential during the past seven games. However, Holtby looked like his old self again during the All-Star game. Can he get back to his All-Star form?
3. Jakub Vrana: Vrana has had a breakout season thus far with 5 goals and 13 assists in just 50 games. Can he up his season total against the Flames on Friday?
How to watch:
Coverage begins at 7 p.m. on NBC Sports Washington. Watch the livestream.
Quote of the day:
“I just felt a little bit different energy around our room today. Guys happy to be back with each other. For as much as we look at it, different things to improve on, I think this break came at a good time for us. We’ll see how that goes tomorrow and putting the proper group together obviously without our captain, it’s not going to be easy.” – Caps coach Todd Reirden to NBC Sports Washington.
Last time these teams met:
The last time these teams met was Oct. 27, 2018. The Caps beat the Flames in overtime in a thrilling shootout 4-3, notching Pheonix Copley’s first NHL win.
Stat to know:
Prior to the All-Star Break, the Calgary Flames had a 3-game winning streak. The Capitals? A 7-game losing streak.
MORE CAPITALS NEWS:
- Breaking the Streak: Caps look to snap 7-game skid without Ovi
- Easier Said, Than Done: Caps are finding out how difficult it is to repeat
- Caps vs. Flames: How to Watch
