Dubois' Comeback Boosts Capitals' Playoff Push

0:00Welcome to NHL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NHL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. Pierre-Luc Dubois is making a strong comeback for the Washington Capitals after missing most of the season due to abdominal and a doctor injuries that needed surgery. The 27-year-old center has racked up six points, including four goals and two assists, in just five games since returning. With only 19 games left, the Capitals sit at 31 wins, 25 losses, and seven overtime losses, trailing Boston by four points for Firmness, the second wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Earlier this week, Washington Traded Center nicked Dow to the Vegas Golden Knights for a goalie prospect, a second-round pick in 2029, and a third-rounder in 2027. The trade deadline hits at 3 p.m. Eastern on Friday, so more moves could come as the team fights to stay alive. Dubois played a key role last season, hitting career highs with 66 points and a plus 27 rating

1:04to help the Capitals top the East. Dubois feels good on the ice, but knows his off-puck reads need sharpening after such a long layoff. Coach Spencer Carberry praised his hard work during the Olympic break, including morning skates with skills coach Adam Oates in Florida. That prep paid off right away, with Dubois scoring in his return game on February 5th and adding points in recent wins over Vegas and losses to Utah. The injury started with growing soreness before the season, and worsened when an opponent fell on him during a face-off in late October. He missed 47 games total, but used the time to bond with his newborn son, born that month. Now back-sendering aligned with Aliaksay Protoss and Tom Wilson, he's all in on the playoff push. Saturday's matchup against Boston at 12.30 p.m. Eastern on ABC feels make or break for Washington's fading hopes. Dubois insists his focus stays on team success, turning the setback into a learning experience after nine NHL seasons.

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