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VIDEO: Capitals' Backstrom beats Jaroslav Halak with deceptive snapper

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Nicklas Backstrom was supposed to pass, the New York Islanders defenders cried.

The Washington Capitals' chief distributor decided to take one for himself Friday, tying Game 2 in the third period with a deceptive snap shot.

Watch as he slides into a scoring position while the Islanders defenders drift with respect to the weaponry at his side.

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