Tom Wilson did a little bit of everything for the Washington Capitals — and he wasn't sure the box score properly reflected quite just how much he contributed Thursday night. He produced the primary assist on John Carlson's go-ahead goal on a power play early in the third period of Washington’s 3-1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes to knot their Eastern Conference second-round playoff series at a game apiece.

It's an expression Tom Wilson's used a lot over the course of the year, especially with regard to captain Alex Ovechkin. And with his Washington Capitals needing a leader in Game 2 against the Carolina Hurricanes, he stood by his word and did what he does best: be Tom Wilson.

Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson is the classic love-hate player in the NHL. You likely love him if he plays for your team and you likely hate him if he does not.