In Game 1 of the second-round playoff series, the Washington Capitals faced a tough challenge against the Carolina Hurricanes, losing in overtime despite being heavily outshot. Players expressed a need to move on from the loss while reflecting on areas for improvement. Former coach Bruce Boudreau criticized the Capitals' inability to control the puck and praised the Hurricanes' strong play and predictable system. With another game on the horizon, the Capitals look to adjust their strategy to capitalize on the opportunities they missed in Game 1.
Washington never touched the puck [Tuesday] night. But if you look at every time there was a loose puck, it was a Carolina guy on it first.
They could've very easily won the game. Tom Wilson had a chance in the third period. ... They got great goaltending.
The Hurricanes' system isn't complicated. It's the easiest pre-scout because Carolina is the most predictable team in the NHL.
That game's over now. We've moved on. We can learn from it, no question, but you can't sulk on it.
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