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Bradley Davis

Brad is a recent graduate of Salisbury University in Maryland and is pursuing a career in sports journalism.

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…

Categories Washington Capitals

Capitals Feeling Benefits of Brooks Laich Trade

Bradley Davis | July 27, 2016

The 2016 NHL off-season is just about halfway over at this point in July, and the Washington Capitals seem poised to enter the season with the roster that they have…

Categories Capitals Management, Washington Capitals

The Capitals Could Lose More Than a Player to Las Vegas

Bradley Davis | July 24, 2016

When the 2017 NHL Expansion Draft rolls around following the 2016-17 season, the Capitals and 29 other current NHL organizations will lose one player to the new franchise based in Las…

Categories Capitals Management, Editor's Choice, Washington Capitals

Key Position Battles for the Capitals Entering 2016-17

Bradley Davis | July 22, 2016

In the midst of a relatively quiet off-season, the Washington Capitals already have a pretty good idea of what their lineup will look like heading into the 2016-17 season. This is…

Categories Capitals Management, Washington Capitals

Marcus Johansson’s Future with the Capitals Is Unclear

Bradley Davis | July 15, 2016

The Washington Capitals found themselves in a desirable situation entering this off-season. They didn’t have too many big name players hitting free agency, meaning that the majority of their Presidents’ Trophy-winning…

Categories Capitals Management, Washington Capitals

Capitals: Brett Connolly Worth the Gamble

Bradley Davis | July 2, 2016

As expected, the Washington Capitals were relatively quiet on the first day of the 2016 free agency period. They made several depth signings to stock the shelves in Hershey, including…

Categories Capitals Transactions, Free Agents, Washington Capitals

A Battle for Capitals Top-Line Center

Bradley Davis | July 1, 2016

Ever since being drafted 4th overall at the 2006 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals, Nicklas Backstrom has been one of the focal points of the team’s offense. Coupled with…

Categories Washington Capitals

Capitals Post-Draft Free Agency Outlook

Bradley Davis | June 28, 2016

The Washington Capitals are through the first major event of the off-season schedule, which was the 2016 NHL Entry Draft. It was an eventful day for the organization, making one…

Categories Capitals Prospects, Washington Capitals

Capitals Draft Shows Change in Philosophy

Bradley Davis | June 27, 2016

The Washington Capitals held the 26th overall pick at the 2016 NHL Draft, and like every year, there was plenty of speculation as to who the team would select. Before…

Categories Capitals Prospects, Washington Capitals

Capitals: In-House Solutions for the Need for Speed

Bradley Davis | June 16, 2016

The National Hockey League is a dynamic entity in that the keys to being a successful team are constantly changing. While players with physicality and size were once viewed as…

Categories Capitals Prospects, Washington Capitals

Capitals Young Talent Will Keep Cup Window Open

Bradley Davis | June 10, 2016

If you ask Washington Capitals General Manager Brian MacLellan, his team is right smack in the middle of a two-year window for the current core to capture the organization’s first championship.…

Categories Washington Capitals

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