Photos by Chris Gordon. Click to enlarge.

A day after their thrilling 3-2 victory over the Rangers to even the series, Washington took to the ice at Kettler Capitals Iceplex Sunday morning. As they prepared to head to New York for a pivotal Game 5 Monday, the team’s sprits were high and the beards long. Below, check out some of my photos from the skate.

Dmitry Orlov playoff “beard” update.

Karl Alzner playoff beard update.

Old Man Knuble intense even during practice.

Old Man Knuble also sometimes confused even during practice.

The world must know what Alex Ovechkin is staring at.

Braden Holtby wants to learn from, kill Dave Prior.

I know it’s Dany Sabourin, but I thought the photo looked cool.

Jason Chimera  freaking loves the indoors.

Czech backup goalie confab.

Now for the main event.

Apparently that was enough joy for the day.

Dale Hunter drops knowledge on CSN’s Chuck Gormley.

Fin.