Live From The Locker Room: Leonard, Capitals Bust Out For 7-4 Win Over Oilers

Hear from the Capitals following their 7-4 win over the Oilers. Washington took on Edmonton in a high-scoring affair, with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl among the dangerous threats faced. Washington broke out at 5-on-5 to secure the victory.

“Confidence-wise, obviously, that’s huge to help the team win an important game like tonight,” Leonard said. “Every single game, you’re trying to contribute, whether that’s scoring goals or just providing energy for the team and I was lucky enough tonight to get two.”

Key contributions:

Ryan Leonard scored twice, marking his first points in 12 games and giving him a significant confidence boost.
Anthony Beauvillier, Alex Ovechkin, Aliaksei Protas, and Tom Wilson also scored. Wilson added two empty-netters late in regulation.
Logan Thompson stopped 26 of 30 shots, reflecting a back-and-forth battle with Edmonton’s top threats.

Postgame reflections from the locker room emphasized the team’s resilience in containing Edmonton’s standout scorers and maintaining momentum through the full 60 minutes.

Final score: Capitals 7, Oilers 4.

Author’s summary: The Capitals weathered a high-powered Edmonton attack, leaned on a 5-on-5 breakout, and benefited from Leonard’s two-goal night to propel a pivotal home win that steadied their season nerves and energized the locker room.

DC Backcheck — 2025-11-20

Live From The Locker Room: Leonard, Capitals Bust Out For 7-4 Win Over Oilers

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