Hurricanes tie playoff series vs. Capitals with Game 4 win

Two teams heading in opposite directions clash on Friday when the Pittsburgh Penguins host the Dallas Stars. Pittsburgh, despite missing key forwards, has outscored the opposition 19-9 to win four in a row. McCann returned to practice Thursday and could return against Dallas.

If you’re a Washington Capitals fan you have no doubt seen this movie before. Entering Game 5 against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night, the team is facing elimination against its long-time arch nemesis and postseason tormenter after what was a wildly successful regular season. It is a scene that has played several times over the years, and if the Capitals are going to flip the script and erase all of those disappointing memories they are going to have to win three consecutive games starting tonight.