Eklund won it with a one-timer from the right circle off a pass from Mikael Granlund with Capitals forward Tom Wilson in the penalty box for a high-sticking double minor at 17:43 of the third period.
The Washington Capitals look to match a season-high five-game winning streak on Tuesday night when they host top overall draft pick Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith and the youthful San Jose Sharks.
The Washington Capitals have been one of the best and most surprising teams in the NHL with a 17-6-1 record with 35 standings points, atop the Eastern Conferenc ...