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NHL: Washington 4, Toronto 2

Troy Brouwer picked up a pair of goals to lead Washington past Toronto, 4-2, at Verizon Center.

Washington Capitals right wing Joel Ward (42) scores against Toronto Maple Leafs goalie James Reimer (34) in the first period at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. on March 16, 2014. UPI/Mark Goldman
1 of 2 | Washington Capitals right wing Joel Ward (42) scores against Toronto Maple Leafs goalie James Reimer (34) in the first period at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. on March 16, 2014. UPI/Mark Goldman | License Photo

Troy Brouwer picked up a pair of goals to lead Washington past Toronto, 4-2, at Verizon Center.

Joel Ward contributed a goal and assist, with Jason Chimera tallying and Karl Alzner adding two assists for the Capitals, winners of two in a row after dropping five of six.

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Jaroslav Halak was solid in net, making 27 saves.

Dion Phaneuf and Troy Bodie lit the lamp for the Maple Leafs, who lost for the second time in their last six. James Reimer stopped 29 shots in defeat.

[SportsNetwork.com]

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