Capitals have little to play for -- and it shows -- in loss

Sunday's defeat to the Rangers didn't technically eliminate the Capitals (34-34-9, 77 points) from the NHL playoffs. That moment may come as soon as Tuesday, depending on how that evening's action unfolds.

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