MTL@WSH: Game recap

Anderson scores in his first game back in loss to Capitals

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By Montreal Canadiens
@CanadiensMTL canadiens.com

WASHINGTON – The Canadiens dropped a 3-2 overtime decision to the Capitals at Capital One Arena on Tuesday.

Roster

Josh Anderson returned to play for the first time since January 1. As such, Owen Beck was a healthy scratch.  Jayden Struble drew back into the lineup as well alongside Arber Xhekaj.

For stats, check out the NHL’s Gamecenter summary here.

Montreal goals 

P1 08:14 [1]-0 Anderson (Unassisted) - SHG

MTL@WSH: Anderson scores SHG against Logan Thompson

P2 07:40 [2]-0 Gallagher (Danault, Bolduc)

MTL@WSH: Gallagher scores goal against Logan Thompson

Washington goals 

P3 05:06 2-[1] Frank (Roy, Sandin)

P3 18:06 2-[2] Frank (Sandin, Beauvillier)

OT 04:21 McMichael (Strome, Sandin)  

What’s next 

The Habs continue their road trip in Buffalo where they will meet the Sabres at KeyBank Center on Thursday. Game time is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET. Watch the action on TSN2 and RDS, or tune in on the radio on TSN 690 and 98.5 fm.

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