Mike Smith made 30 saves in the Coyotes' 3-2 loss to the Capitals on Saturday night. Phoenix looked as if it was a sure thing to climb into the playoff picture as it entered the third period with a 3-0 win. Instead it folded on the road. This letdown could prove very costly to the Coyotes' playoff hopes -- points are at a premium during this part of the season. Smith allowed three goals on 14 shots in the third. He has a 2.72 goals-against average and .913 save percentage this season.