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Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Hat trick wasted against Sharks

His first goal of the night came on the power play, and when Ovie completed the hat trick early in the third period it gave the Caps a 6-4 lead, but the captain's efforts weren't quite enough. With Washington having lost six straight games, Ovechkin won't get the luxury of an extra night off before the All-Star break -- coach Todd Reirden confirmed that the 33-year-old would be in the lineup Wednesday in Toronto.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Riding four-game point streak

Ovechkin has tallied three goals, five points, 14 shots and 13 hits during that span. The 33-year-old winger continues to defend his reputation as one of the best all-around fantasy performers.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Scores lone goal in loss

Ovechkin lit the lamp with the man advantage from his normal office, rocketing a slap shot short-side on Jake Allen. The Capitals couldn't rally past that, allowing four unanswered goals to lose to the Blues for the second time in January. Ovechkin now has 33 goals for the year and sports a whopping 18.4 shooting percentage.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Ready for second period

After leaving the game in the first period and causing Capitals' fans around the world to worry, Ovechkin will return for the second frame. It's unclear what was bothering Ovechkin.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Missing from bench

Ovechkin suddenly went down the tunnel and wasn't seen for the rest of the opening frame. The Russian is an ironman and hasn't missed a game since the 2015-16 season, but any injury scare for the sniper should cause worry.