While Washington is shooting for the Presidents’ Trophy for the NHL’s top record, Atlanta is fighting to make the playoffs. The Thrashers remain two points out of eighth place.
Capitals Edge , 2-1, For Team-Record Tying 50th Win
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With the score tied 1-1 in the third, Bradley lit the lamp at the 9:46 mark to give the Capitals the edge. Bradley gathered the puck at the side of the net and stuffed a backhander through the legs of Pavelec.
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