In his postseason debut, Alex Alexeyev replaced the injured Martin Fehervary and made a substantial impact during the Capitals' thrilling 3-2 overtime victory against the Canadiens. He played 14 minutes, enhancing the team's performance in various metrics. However, he faced adversity late in the game when a high stick from Montreal's Jake Evans resulted in Alexeyev losing multiple teeth. Despite this gruesome injury, he showed remarkable toughness, returning to the bench and remaining engaged as the game progressed.
Alexeyevâs impact on the ice was undeniable, contributing positively to the Capitals' chances both in shot attempts and scoring opportunities during his short yet intense playoff debut.
After taking a brutal high stick to the mouth that knocked out several of his teeth, Alexeyev's resilience became apparent as he returned to the bench, undeterred.
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