Braden Holtby will start between the pipes for Washington against the Rangers on Sunday, Alex Prewitt of The Washington Post reports.

Holtby will start between the pipes for Washington against the Rangers on Sunday, Alex Prewitt of The Washington Post reports.

Analysis:

Holtby was pulled early in Saturday's 4-3 loss to Nashville after allowing three goals in the first period, presumably so he would be fresh for Sunday's crucial showdown with the Rangers. Although the matchup is difficult, Holtby has been a strong performer this year and must be trusted to have a bounce-back game as the Capitals try to hold on to a playoff berth amid a late-season slide.