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Dubois boosting Capitals since return, aiming for playoff push | NHL.com
- Dubois has six points (four goals, two assists) in five games since returning from surgery, fueling Washington's playoff push.
- Washington trails the Bruins by four points for the second wild card with 19 games remaining.
- Dubois returned after surgery on Nov. 7 and viewed his comeback as a step toward full speed.
- Dubois trained with former Capitals coach Adam Oates during the Olympic break to build timing and speed.
- Coach Spencer Carbery praised Dubois for his work ethic and continued improvement after the break.
- Dubois emphasized the goal of making the playoffs despite the team’s late-season roster changes.
- Washington traded Nic Dowd and John Carlson at the trade deadline as part of roster moves.
- Dubois previously had a breakout season with 66 points and 46 assists before this season’s injuries.
- Dubois highlighted learning from the injury layoff as a growth opportunity.
- The article notes the team’s schedule and expected pivotal game against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden.
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