"Ovechkin's Game-Time Decision Looms as Capitals Face Kings"

Washington Capitals' captain Alex Ovechkin is a game-time decision for the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Kings due to an injury sustained in a recent loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. Ovechkin, who leads the team in scoring, will participate in warmups before a final decision is made. Meanwhile, Darcy Kuemper is set to start as goaltender despite a tough previous game, with Charlie Lindgren still on injured reserve. The Capitals aim to avoid a three-game losing streak, while the Kings are looking to break their four-game skid.