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Devils Fight Back, But Backstrom, Capitals Salvage 2 In OT
The New Jersey Devils scored 2 goals in the 3rd period to send the game into overtime at 5-5, but Nicklas Backstrom fired home a rebound on a 4-on-3 overtime power play to salvage two points for the host Capitals. The goal concluded Backstrom's successful bid for a hat trick. Jacob Josefson, Stefan Matteau, Tuomo Ruutu, and Stephen Gionta all notched a goal and assist apiece, while Jordin Tootoo and Ryan Clowe added two assists in the loss.