Before, throughout and after Game 4 against their nemesis, the Capitals behaved nothing like the hockey club they insist they have become. And with a 3-1 loss to the Penguins at PPG Paints Arena on Thursday night, the big question remains unanswered for these Capitals.

Why will this time be any different?

For the first time in this series, I do not think it will be different for the Capitals. Physically, they are up to the enormous challenge of casting aside the two-time champions. Emotionally, they aren't ready to ruin the Penguins' postseason.

-Rob Rossi at the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review where you can read more on this topic.