As the NHL playoff push continues to heat up, the Washington Capitals find themselves in a precarious position. With their playoff hopes hanging by a thread, the Capitals are facing a must-win situation in their upcoming game. A loss would all but eliminate them from contention, leaving them with a slim chance to make a miraculous comeback. As the Capitals take to the ice, they'll be looking to capitalize on a favorable schedule and rally behind their star players in a desperate bid to stay alive in the playoff hunt.
NHL playoff standings: Capitals in a must-win game? ESPN
