Capitals' Holtby pulled after allowing 3 goals on 9 shots vs. Ducks

What's wrong with Braden Holtby?

The Washington Capitals netminder was yanked from Tuesday's game against the Anaheim Ducks after allowing three goals on nine shots.

Heading into Tuesday's game, Holtby had a .908 save percentage and a 3.00 goals-against average on the season, but those numbers will surely take a hit after his most recent outing.

Unfortunately for Holtby and the Caps, this kind of performance hasn't been an irregular occurrence these days. He's been especially shaky as of late, going 5-5-4 with a .886 save percentage in his last 14 games.

Holtby is a year removed from taking home the William M. Jennings Trophy, and two years on from winning the Vezina Trophy. However, if he doesn't regain his past form come springtime, it could be another early playoff exit for the Capitals.

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