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Christopher Babos

I am a multi-sport credentialed writer covering the Washington Capitals for The Hockey Writers and a Hybrid Lead Writer (Philadelphia Flyers & Philadelphia Eagles) for Schneps Media - Philadelphia Sport Network. Producer and co-host of weekly Flyers video podcast, "Shoot! Another Flyers Show" on Thursday nights at 6 p.m. EST on YouTube. If I'm not writing hockey, I am probably watching it somewhere as a scout for the USPHL's Hershey Cubs in the Philadelphia region.

3 Takeaways From Capitals 4-1 Win Over Senators

Christopher Babos | March 19, 2026

It was an exciting night at Capital One Arena for Cole Hutson and the Washington Capitals following a 4-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night. While a rookie…

Categories Washington Capitals

Get to Know the Newest Washington Capital: Cole Hutson

Christopher Babos | March 17, 2026

Cole Hutson is headed to the Beltway after agreeing to his three-year entry-level contract (ELC) with the Washington Capitals on March 15. The 5-foot-10 defenseman arrives in Washington, D.C. after…

Categories Washington Capitals

Get to Know the Newest Washington Capital: Timothy Liljegren

Christopher Babos | March 9, 2026

Shortly after the Washington Capitals completed the stunning overnight trade that sent John Carlson to the Anaheim Ducks, general manager (GM) Chris Patrick struck another deal with the San Jose…

Categories Trade Deadline, Washington Capitals

Ethen Frank Lands 2-Year Contract Extension From Capitals

Christopher Babos | March 4, 2026

Ethen Frank signed a two-year, $4 million contract extension with the Washington Capitals on Wednesday morning. The extension carries an average annual value of $2 million and runs through 2027-28,…

Categories Capitals Transactions, NHL News, Washington Capitals

Reviewing Capitals Performances at the 2026 Winter Olympics

Christopher Babos | February 24, 2026

As soon as the United States stepped onto the podium to claim their gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, the NHL was ready to resume. The Washington Capitals have…

Categories Olympics, Washington Capitals

Capitals Seeking “Higher-End, Skilled” Winger at 2026 Trade Deadline

Christopher Babos | February 11, 2026

The Washington Capitals find themselves in a precarious position ahead of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline. Alex Ovechkin’s squad sits outside of the wild card position with a 29-23-7 record…

Categories Trade Deadline, Washington Capitals

3 Takeaways From Capitals’ Spoiling of Kane’s Historic Night in Detroit

Christopher Babos | January 30, 2026

The Washington Capitals secured a critical two standings points following a 4-3 shootout victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. While…

Categories Detroit Red Wings, Washington Capitals

Capitals Prospect Roundup: Hutson & Parascak Leading an Impressive Prospect Pool

Christopher Babos | January 24, 2026

The Washington Capitals find themselves in a dogfight in the standings of the Metropolitan Division with 56 points through 52 games played. The Carolina Hurricanes, Washington’s opponent in the second…

Categories Capitals Prospects, Hershey Bears, Washington Capitals

3 Takeaways From Capitals’ 5-2 Loss to Panthers

Christopher Babos | January 18, 2026

The Washington Capitals‘ uneven start to the new calendar year continued last night with a 5-2 loss to the Florida Panthers at Capital One Arena. The Capitals’ only goals came from…

Categories Washington Capitals

Stars Snap Losing Streak with 4-1 Win Over Capitals

Christopher Babos | January 7, 2026

The Washington Capitals welcomed the Dallas Stars to Capital One Arena for an interconference battle between two teams looking to get back to their winning ways. Washington’s injury issues have…

Categories Dallas Stars, NHL News, Washington Capitals

2026 World Junior Championship Team Sweden Final Roster

Christopher Babos | January 5, 2026

Team Sweden has announced their roster for the 2026 World Junior Championship (WJC), which is quickly approaching from Dec. 26 to Jan. 6 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Last year, Sweden lost…

Categories World Junior Hockey Championship

Germany Powers Past Denmark, 8-4, to Claim Relegation Game

Christopher Babos | January 2, 2026

The participants of the relegation game at the 2026 World Junior Championship were not surprising. Neither Germany nor Denmark was able to pull off a stunner in the preliminary round,…

Categories News and Rumors, World Junior Hockey Championship
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