Flyers vs. Capitals: Game 1 Live Score, Highlights for 2016 NHL Playoffs

Capitals 1, Flyers 0—3rd Period

Game 1 of the first-round 2016 NHL playoffs series between the Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers is underway.

After a scoreless first period, John Carlson found the net for the Caps. His point shot ricocheted off Chris VandeVelde and bounced through Steve Mason's five-hole.

NBCSN is broadcasting the Eastern Conference tilt. Bleacher Report is providing scoring updates and highlights throughout the contest.