DETROIT, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The Detroit Red Wings capped off the game with two late goals as they beat the Washington Capitals a 3-1 Thursday night.
The game was tied 1-1 heading into the third period until Andrew Copp scored with less than five minutes left. It was his first goal of the season. Dylan Larkin added an empty netter to seal the win for the Wings.
Ville Husso stopped 33-of-34 shots for Detroit, which is now 5-3-and-2 on the season.
Alex Ovechkin scored for the Capitals and tied Gordie Howe for most goals scored for one team with 786. Washington dropped to 5-5-and-2.
The Red Wings host the New York Islanders Saturday.
