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Rangers' short-handed goal proved 'critical' for Caps

Found February 12, 2012 on Washington Times:
PLAYERS: Artem Anisimov,  Jeff Halpern
TEAMS: New York Rangers,  Washington Capitals

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NEW YORK — A third-period penalty on Artem Anisimov looked to be just what the Washington Capitals needed. "To be down by a goal and get a power play in the third, you at least want to create momentum, if you're not going to score," forward Jeff Halpern said. Instead, ...
Original Story: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2...
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