A pivotal moment in the game came when Lindgren made a left pad save to halt Zach Benson’s breakaway, only forty‑six seconds later. Strome capitalized on the opportunity, skating across the low slot and receiving a pass from Kyrou to give Washington a 3‑2 lead at 17:24. The play highlighted the team's offensive coordination and defensive resilience, setting the stage for the remainder of the match.

Forty-six seconds after Lindgren made a left pad save to stop Zach Benson on a breakaway, Strome gave Washington a 3-2 lead at 17:24 when he skated across the low slot, received a pass from Kyrou ...