The Capitals dominated the third period to beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4 - 1 Monday night and clinch the Presidents ' Trophy and home - ice advantage throughout the Stanley Cup playoffs .
All season the Washington Capitals have thrived after losses and in the third period .
The Washington Capitals dominated the third period to beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4 - 1 Monday night and clinch the Presidents ' Trophy and home - ice advantage throughout the Stanley Cup playoffs .
All season the Washington Capitals have thrived after losses and in the third period .