Rising star: Malkin scores as Penguins beat Capitals 3-2 in OT to cut series deficit to 2-1

PITTSBURGH — For two memorable games, the Capitals-Penguins playoff matchup of the stars was controlled by one team and two players.

Ovechkin scores, but unheralded teammates also contribute in 3-2 win over Penguins

WASHINGTON — In a series featuring several of the NHL’s most notable stars, a couple of role players and a rookie goaltender made the difference for the Washington Capitals in Game 1 of their showdown against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Ovechkin, Malkin, Datsyuk finalists for NHL most valuable player award

NEW YORK — Alexander Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is a finalist for a second straight Hart Trophy as the NHL’s most valuable player.

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