Kyrou's OT Goal Gives Capitals Preseason Win Over Bruins
Jordan Kyrou scored his first goal as a Capital, an overtime winner 11 seconds into OT in a 3-2 preseason win over Boston. Dylan Strome and Tom Wilson also scored for Washington, while Morgan Geekie and David Pastrnak scored for Boston. Logan Thompson made 20 saves and Jeremy Swayman stopped 32 as Washington finished the preseason 2-0-1.
Kyrou’s overtime strike came 11 seconds into the extra period, converting Jakob Chychrun’s return pass. Washington acquired him June 23 from St. Louis, sending Connor McMichael, Milton Gastrin and a first-round pick to the Blues. Dylan Strome opened the scoring on a power play by burying a Tom Wilson rebound; Wilson then scored from Strome, with the puck glancing off Pierre-Luc Dubois’ skate.
Boston’s Morgan Geekie cut the lead, and David Pastrnak tied it on a power play from Pavel Zacha. Logan Thompson stopped 20 shots; Jeremy Swayman made 32. Washington closed the preseason 2-0-1, while Boston fell to 2-2-0 before hosting the Rangers Tuesday. Elsewhere, Dallas beat Minnesota, Colorado beat Winnipeg, and New York defeated the Islanders.
Kyrou’s early success with Washington could shape fan reaction to the June trade, especially among Capitals and Blues supporters who may debate the return. A preseason overtime winner may generate modest local buzz, ticket interest, and media discussion, while Boston’s final tune-up could affect expectations before its opener. Broader societal impact is likely limited to sports audiences, though it may briefly lift mood and engagement in those markets.