In a thrilling overtime showdown, Thomas Chabot sealed a hard-fought victory for the Ottawa Senators against the Washington Capitals with a decisive goal, leading to a 5-4 win. The game showcased Ottawa's impressive special teams, scoring two power-play goals and two short-handed goals, including a penalty shot conversion from Josh Norris after he was upended. This marked a significant turnaround from their previous encounter, where Washington had narrowly triumphed 1-0 in overtime. The Senators now sit at 27-20-4 and are on a strong run at home, going 4-0-1 in their last five games.

The intense match featured a back-and-forth third period, with the Capitals attempting to claw back after trailing 4-2. Alex Ovechkin kept Washington in the game with a power-play goal, marking his 23rd of the season. Dylan Strome's performance stood out as he scored twice, reaffirming his role as a key player for the Capitals, who are currently leading the league with a record of 35-11-6. Despite Washington's struggles on the power play, they managed to apply pressure, but ultimately fell short.