Lehner makes 34 saves, Golden Knights shut out Capitals 1-0

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Published January 24, 2022 7:47 PM

By STEPHEN WHYNO
AP Hockey Writer

WASHINGTON (AP) — Robin Lehner stopped all 34 shots he faced to help the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Washington Capitals, 1-0. It’s Lehner’s first shutout of the season and 17th of his NHL career. His biggest save came on Alex Ovechkin during a lengthy 5-on-3 power play in the second period. Michael Amadio scored the only goal for Vegas. The Golden Knights won a second consecutive game after losing their previous three. The Capitals have lost seven of their past 10 games. Vitek Vanecek made 28 saves in net for Washington.

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