Andrei Svechnikov's 6th Playoff Goal Gives Hurricanes 1-0 Lead vs. Capitals in Game 3

Andrei Svechnikov, wearing number 37, scored the first goal of Game 3 in the NHL playoffs, giving the Carolina Hurricanes a 1-0 lead over the Washington Capitals at 12:34 of the second period. This goal marks Svechnikov's sixth of the playoffs, showcasing his significant contribution to the Hurricanes' campaign.

The goal came right off a face-off in the Capitals' zone, with Svechnikov sniping the puck into the net. This early lead in the game could be crucial for the Hurricanes as they look to take control of the series, having now secured the first lead of the series in a 1-0 game.