The Toronto Maple Leafs managed a thrilling comeback against the Washington Capitals, turning a dismal game into a 4-3 victory. Despite struggling early and missing captain Auston Matthews, the Leafs rallied with late goals from William Nylander and Mitch Marner, forcing overtime.

John Tavares played a pivotal role, scoring the game-winner and earning praise from coach Craig Berube. The game also marked Oliver Ekman-Larsson's milestone 1,000th NHL game, celebrated by the team.

Meanwhile, Alex Ovechkin continues his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's goal-scoring record, showcasing his relentless drive on the ice.