Washington capitalized early and quickly.
Hosting the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday, the Capitals scored two goals in quick succession, with the first coming off the stick of Jay Beagle.
#Beaglemania is really a thing against the Hawks. #CapsHawks on @csnma pic.twitter.com/T5ykmQ6eco
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) January 14, 2017
Meanwhile, Nicklas Backstrom is on fire, scoring in his third consecutive game only 13 seconds later.
...13 seconds later #CapsHawks on @csnma pic.twitter.com/gkII4Utw3c
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) January 14, 2017
The burst of offense marked the Capitals' fastest back-to-back goals this season.
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