Alex Ovechkin achieved a significant milestone by scoring his first playoff overtime goal, leading the Washington Capitals to a 3-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of their playoff series. This win marks Washington's first postseason triumph since May 7, 2022, following Ovechkin’s record-breaking goal tally earlier this month. The Capitals initially held a two-goal lead but saw it erased late in the third period.

Despite a valiant effort from goaltender Sam Montembeault of the Canadiens, who made 29 saves, the Capitals' aggressive play and Ovechkin's decisive goal in overtime sealed the win. The series continues with Game 2 in Washington.