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Capitals-Canadiens Preview

(AP) -- Alex Ovechkin and the league-leading Washington Capitals face a tough three-game road trip as they try to match the longest win streak in NHL history.

Ovechkin and the Capitals look to extend their franchise-record win streak to 15 games Wednesday night against the Montreal Canadiens, who will play their first game since the unexpected departure of general manager Bob Gainey.

Washington (41-12-6) is beginning its longest road stretch during this win streak. The Capitals have the third-longest win streak in NHL history and can match the Islanders\' 15-game run set in the 1981-82 season. (MORE)

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