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Capitals vs. Rangers: Braden Holtby takes a penalty and gives up a goal

Holtby’s miscues gave New York the lead.

by Patrick Iversen
USA TODAY Sports

Braden Holtby should probably just keep his stick to himself from now on.

Holtby decided to get a little agressive with his stick as Rick Nash barreled around the net, and it didn't end well.

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The refs called a tripping penalty on Holtby. And then Holtby gave up a goal on the power play that he caused.

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The Rangers now have a 2-1 lead.

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