Capitals' Logan Thompson Blames Nachos for Conceded Goal Against Oilers

During a recent NHL game between the Edmonton Oilers and the Washington Capitals, a fan's thrown plate of nachos inadvertently distracted Capitals goalie Logan Thompson, leading to a goal by Oilers winger Corey Perry. The nachos landed on the ice just before Perry's shot, prompting Thompson to protest to the officials, indicating that the nachos had interfered with his play. However, NHL rules stipulate that play is only stopped if thrown objects affect the game's progress, which officials determined was not the case here. Capitals coach Spencer Carbery humorously acknowledged the unusual incident, expressing surprise at seeing nachos on the ice and joking about possibly bringing them to the locker room. Despite the distraction, the Capitals held onto their lead, winning the game 3-2. Thompson, while frustrated, credited the fan for indirectly assisting in the goal, saying he should have played until the whistle.