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Nov 14, 2025; Stockholm, SWEDEN; Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in a Global Series ice hockey game at Avicii Arena. Mandatory Credit: Per Haljestam-Imagn Images
4 hours ago  |  By Mike Stanton

Former Washington Capital could enter the Trade market

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Nic Dowd's GOAT praise captures Alex Ovechkin's new scoring groove

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9 hours ago  |  By Mike Stanton

Alex Ovechkin adds another item to his Hall of Fame collection

Nov 13, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) looks on against the Florida Panthers during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
10 hours ago  |  By Mike Stanton

Alex Ovechkin sets another NHL record

Nov 13, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Washington Capitals center Nic Dowd (26) moves the puck against the Florida Panthers during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Nov 17  |  By Mike Stanton

Washington Capitals make unexpected lineup change

Feb 4, 2020; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty (8) battles for the puck with Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) in the third period at Capital One Arena
Nov 17  |  By Mike Stanton

Drew Doughty's injury reshapes Alex Ovechkin and Anze Kopitar's Washington goodbye

Nov 11, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates his empty net goal with defenseman John Carlson (74) against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center
Nov 17  |  By Mike Stanton

John Carlson chases Nicklas Backstrom as Capitals host the LA Kings

Apr 1, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Jordan Kyrou (25) talks with center Robert Thomas (18) during the second period of a hockey game against the Edmonton Oilers at Enterprise Center.
Nov 17  |  By Mike Stanton

Washington Weighs Trade Fits as St. Louis Signals Openness to Deals

Nov 8, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the second period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Nov 16  |  By Mike Stanton

Capitals top defenseman back on the ice after missing game with injury

Nov 15, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen (34) makes a save against on Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) in a shootout at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 16  |  By Mike Stanton

Spencer Carbery explains why he put Alex Ovechkin in the shootout

Nov 11, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) comes off the ice after the warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Nov 15  |  By Mike Stanton

Washington Capitals top defenseman out with injury

Nov 5, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) is congratulated by Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) while being recognized for his 1,100th NHL point during a timeout against the St. Louis Blues during the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 15  |  By Mike Stanton

John Carlson's health status uncertain as Capitals await game-time decision

Nov 15  |  By Mike Stanton

Andrew Cristall received promotion with Hershey and made it count!

Dec 16, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Ivan Miroshnichenko (63) in action during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Washington Capitals at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Nov 14  |  By Mike Stanton

One of Washington Capitals top prospects close to returning from injury

Oct 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery yells from behind the bench against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the third period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 14  |  By Mike Stanton

Spencer Carbery's Message Clears Up Where the Capitals Go Next

Oct 28, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk (57) skates against the Dallas Stars during the game between the Stars and the Capitals at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Nov 13  |  By Mike Stanton

Capitals healthy scratch veteran defenseman for second straight game

Feb 10, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; A view of the Washington Capitals logo worn by a member of the team during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Nov 12  |  By Mike Stanton

Capitals hire new assistant coach to replace Mitch Love

Mar 22, 2014; San Jose, CA, USA; Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom (19) celebrates with center Marcus Johansson (90), and right wing Alex Ovechkin (8) after scoring during the shootout against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. The Washington Capitals defeated the San Jose Sharks 3-2 in an overtime shootout. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
Nov 12  |  By Mike Stanton

Nicklas Backstrom claims Alex Ovechkin was not his favourite teammate

Nov 11, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) defends the net against Washington Capitals right wing Ryan Leonard (9) during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Nov 12  |  By Mike Stanton

Does Ryan Leonard deserve more ice time?

Nov 11, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Nov 12  |  By Mike Stanton

Dylan Strome Has the Most Relatable Quote of the Season on Analytics and Winning

Nov 8, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) looks on against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the third period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Nov 11  |  By Mike Stanton

Craig Button and Mike Johnson release their Team Canada projected roster

Oct 28, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (17) takes a shot on goal during the second period against the Columbus Blue Jackets at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images
Nov 11  |  By Mike Stanton

Lindy Ruff reveals Jason Zucker's viral illness has caused some serious weight loss

Oct 2, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Justin Sourdif (34) loses an edge while skating with the puck as Boston Bruins center John Beecher (19) chases in the second period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 11  |  By Mike Stanton

'It's Unreal': Justin Sourdif Opens Up About Living His Dream Beside Alex Ovechkin

Oct 25, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk (57) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Ottawa Senators during the third period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 11  |  By Mike Stanton

Capitals scratch Trevor van Riemsdyk as Declan Chisholm steps in

May 15, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) covers the puck after making a save in front of Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) in the third period in game five of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 11  |  By Mike Stanton

Capitals look to snap Hurricanes win streak - Roster missing key players

Nov 6, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (43) takes the ice against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Nov 10  |  By Mike Stanton

Team Canada makes cuts to Olympic hockey roster

Nov 8, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) gets ready for the third period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Nov 10  |  By Mike Stanton

Logan Thompson having positive talks with Team Canada for Olympics

May 11, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of an NHL puck with logo during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Winnipeg Jets in game three of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Nov 10  |  By Mike Stanton

National Hockey League expands operations into Europe

Mar 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates with teammates after an assist on goal by Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) during the second period against the Florida Panthers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
Nov 10  |  By Mike Stanton

Washington Capitals sink to dead last in important NHL stat

Sep 30, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Washington Capitals forward Andrew Cristall (28) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
Nov 10  |  By Mike Stanton

Andrew Cristall demoted with Hershey Bears

Oct 28, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Washington Capitals center Connor McMichael (24) skates against the Dallas Stars during the game between the Stars and the Capitals at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Nov 9  |  By Mike Stanton

Is Connor McMichael overthinking his big second-line center chance?

Oct 17, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) talks with Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) prior to a face-off against the Minnesota Wild during the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 9  |  By Mike Stanton

Despite scoring woes, Ovechkin-Strome-Beauvillier line ranks as NHL's best by analytics

Nov 8, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (72) takes a shot against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Nov 9  |  By Mike Stanton

Trade options the Capitals could explore to stay afloat without Pierre-Luc Dubois

Oct 28, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Pierre-Luc Dubois (80) skates against the Dallas Stars during the game between the Stars and the Capitals at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Nov 9  |  By Mike Stanton

Pierre-Luc Dubois undergoes surgery, expected to miss months

Nov 8, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) looks on against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the third period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Nov 9  |  By Mike Stanton

Logan Thompson calls for accountability as Capitals skid continues in Tampa

Nov 6, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli (71) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knighs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Nov 8  |  By Mike Stanton

Tampa Bay Lightning without key forward tonight against the Washington Capitals

Apr 13, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Sonny Milano (15) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 8  |  By Mike Stanton

Capitals shake up lineup as Sonny Milano get's healthy scratched

Jan 2, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) checks Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Nov 8  |  By Mike Stanton

Alex Ovechkin reflects on bond with Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin built on years of battles

Nov 6, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) looks on against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Nov 7  |  By Mike Stanton

Alex Ovechkin's 900 goals place him in rarified company - even without a single assist

Oct 28, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Anthony Beauvillier (72) skates against the Dallas Stars during the game between the Stars and the Capitals at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Nov 7  |  By Mike Stanton

Anthony Beauvillier plays hilarious prank on former teammate Mathew Barzal

Nov 6, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) and Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) follow the puck during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Nov 7  |  By Mike Stanton

Alex Ovechkin had a gift for Sidney Crosby following his 900th goal

Nov 6, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) reacts as the Pittsburgh Penguins celebrate a victory at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Nov 7  |  By Mike Stanton

Dylan Strome frustrated with officiating after Capitals fall to Penguins

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