Nicklas Backstrom scored 1:36 into overtime, helping the host Capitals beat the Bruins, 4-3, after blowing a three-goal lead Wednesday night.

Justin Williams scored twice and Daniel Winnik also had a goal to put Washington ahead 3-0 about six minutes into the second period.

After Winnik's goal, the Capitals went over 26 minutes without a shot on goal. Boston dominated the final five minutes of the second period, when Dominic Moore and David Pastrnak beat goaltender Braden Holtby. Colin Miller's power-play score 8:19 into the third tied it at 3.

Washington has won two straight after a three-game losing streak.

Veteran enforcer John Scott retired. Scott, 34, made headlines last season when he was voted into the All-Star tournament despite having been demoted to the American Hockey League. He had two goals during the midseason showcase and was selected the Most Valuable Player of the three-on-three tournament. News services