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Washington Capitals rookie Cole Hutson scored an empty-netter vs. Toronto, but his celebration turned to embarrassment when he realized a two-on-one pass could have set Ilya Protas up for his first NHL goal; Protas still earned his first NHL point in his debut, and Hutson later apologized as the Protas brothers celebrated.
Washington Capital s beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-0 in a game more notable for defensive lapses than the score, with Logan Thompson making 21 saves for his third shutout and rookie Ilya Protas recording his first NHL point in his debut. The win yields only a small lift in playoff odds (about 4.4% from 3%) and could push the Capitals’ first-round draft position from 13th to 16th overall, potentially affecting their draft status despite the win.
The Hershey Bears are entering a new era with a younger roster and debuting prospects Andrew Cristall and Ilya Protas, as they rebuild after recent championships, with new head coach Derek King leading the team.