Braden Holtby will be between the pipes Saturday evening, facing the Penguins at home in Game 2 of the Eastern conference semifinals.

Holtby will be between the pipes Saturday evening, facing the Penguins at home in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Analysis:

Holtby was tested early and often in Thursday's Game 1, stopping 42 of 45 shots en route to a 4-3 overtime victory. The 26-year-old netminder will likely be tasked with fending off a similar number of scoring chances throughout Washington's series against Pittsburgh, as the Penguins have averaged 33 shots on goal per game through six playoff contests, fourth in the NHL. Holtby will remain a strong play in daily contests and playoff pools throughout the Capitals' second-round series despite his highly unfavorable matchup with Pittsburgh.