Nathan Walker’s Journey From the Outback to NHL Ice Sammi Silber | October 3, 2016 Ice hockey doesn’t generally come to mind when one hears the word “Australia.” Instead, the word is associated with kangaroos, koala bears, and Outback Steakhouse. However, one Washington Capitals prospect…
Washington Capitals 2016-17 Season Preview Sammi Silber | September 26, 2016 Despite a record-breaking season full of trophies, milestones, and unbelievable stories, the season ended in a way that has become all too familiar for the Washington Capitals: with a disappointing, heartbreaking…
Dmitry Orlov’s Future With Capitals Currently Uncertain: Report Steven DiOssi | September 14, 2016 Dmitry Orlov is currently competing at the World Cup as a member of Team Russia, but his future with the Washington Capitals entering 2016-17 is uncertain. Orlov, 25, is one…
Alex Ovechkin Named Captain of Team Russia Steven DiOssi | September 7, 2016 Alex Ovechkin will be the captain of Team Russia at the World Cup, the Russian Ice Hockey Federation announced on Wednesday. Evgeni Malkin and Pavel Datsyuk will serve as alternate…
Nicklas Backstrom’s Quiet Rise to Greatness Sammi Silber | September 5, 2016 Washington Capitals centre Nicklas Backstrom was only three years old when he got his first pair of skates and was so excited that he slept with them on. Fast forward…
Capitals Breakout Candidates for 2016-17 Season Bradley Davis | September 1, 2016 Whether it is Alexander Ovechkin blasting a one-timer from his office, or Evgeny Kuznetsov pulling off a behind-the-net, behind-the-back pass to an awaiting teammate, the Washington Capitals are in a…
Alex Ovechkin Shines in Slava Kozlov’s Farewell Game Alessandro Seren Rosso | August 26, 2016 Two-time Stanley Cup and Gagarin Cup champion, Slava Kozlov played his farewell game in his hometown Voskresensk a few days ago but guess who stole the show in spite of…
Alex Ovechkin’s First NHL Jersey Sells at Auction Andrew Forbes | August 14, 2016 It’s been nearly 11 years since Alex Ovechkin first suited up for the Washington Capitals to make his NHL debut. After being drafted by the Capitals first overall in the…
Latta Trade Pushes Capitals in a New Direction Julia Stumbaugh | August 12, 2016 The warning signs for the looming end of Michael Latta’s time with the Washington Capitals came early when he became a healthy scratch when other Caps players came back onto…
Why Is Ross Mahoney So Important to the Capitals? Ben Lutz | August 9, 2016 A few weeks ago, reports came out that new Las Vegas General Manager George McPhee sought Washington’s permission to interview Ross Mahoney for the vacant assistant general manager position. Considering…
Capitals, Orlov Have Much to Consider as Negotiations Continue Sammi Silber | August 9, 2016 The offseason is winding down, and the Washington Capitals have had a quiet, but productive one. They’ve acquired Lars Eller, who should slot in as their third-line centre, and the additions of Brett…