Ovechkin is universally considered the best goal-scorer of the generation, certainly the best on the Capitals, and to some, the best player to ever shoot a puck. Sprong’s choice seemed obvious. But not to him, as he called his own number with Devils defenders chasing Ovechkin down.
Sprong’s wrist shot found the back of the net, and while it might have been a surprise he elected not to pass, it shouldn’t necessarily be. Because not only this season, but in years past as well, the Capitals have made a habit of having some of the best depth scoring in the NHL. This year, that notably includes Sprong and Conor Sheary.