Orlov and Necas power Hurricanes to 4-2 win over Capitals
Dmitry Orlov scored two goals to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-2 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday. Martin Necas contributed one goal and two assists, marking the Hurricanes' sixth consecutive win. The Capitals initially took a 2-1 lead after scoring two quick goals in the first period. However, Carolina responded with three unanswered goals, including a key one-timer from Orlov early in the second period. Alex Ovechkin scored for the Capitals, extending his goal streak to five in four games. The Capitals' loss ended their three-game winning streak. The Hurricanes will play their next game at home against Philadelphia on Tuesday.