Strome Believes More Defensive Awareness Among Keys To Helping Capitals Turn Around Power Play
Dylan Strome emphasizes the need for improved defensive awareness to enhance the Washington Capitals' power play. The team struggled last season, ranking among the worst in the league and allowing numerous shorthanded goals. Strome believes that addressing these issues could lead to more wins and a playoff berth.
- ▪The Capitals ranked eighth-worst in the league for power play efficiency at 17.8 percent.
- ▪They gave up 11 shorthanded goals, tied for the second-most in the NHL.
- ▪Dylan Strome highlighted the importance of cleaning up defensive mistakes to improve overall performance.
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