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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.

4 Takeaways From the United States’ 5-1 Win Over Latvia

Christopher Babos | December 28, 2024

Following an inspired effort and a shootout win against host nation Canada in its capital last night, Latvia rolled into its second tournament matchup against the United States with loads…

Categories World Junior Hockey Championship

3 Takeaways From Finland’s 3-1 Win Over Germany

Christopher Babos | December 28, 2024

Finland survived Germany, 3-1, in an exciting Group A battle at the Canadian Tire Centre to score its first win in the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship. The Nordic nation…

Categories World Junior Hockey Championship

3 Takeaways From Finland’s Shutout Loss to Canada

Christopher Babos | December 27, 2024

A 3-0 shutout loss to the home nation is not an ideal start for a Finland squad looking to get back into the medal scene for the first time since…

Categories World Junior Hockey Championship

3 Takeaways From United States’ 10-4 Win Over Germany

Christopher Babos | December 27, 2024

On Thursday afternoon, the United States started its quest to repeat as World Juniors champions with Game 1 of the 2025 World Junior Championship at the Canadian Tire Centre in…

Categories World Junior Hockey Championship

Capitals Visit Stars in Texas-sized Showdown Between Conferences

Christopher Babos | December 16, 2024

The Washington Capitals (21-6-2) begin a short two-game road trip with a game against the Dallas Stars (20-7-4) at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas tonight (Dec. 16.) The frozen…

Categories Dallas Stars, Previews and Predictions, Washington Capitals

Capitals Extend Win Streak to 4 Games With 4-2 Victory of Sabres

Christopher Babos | December 14, 2024

The Washington Capitals outlasted the Buffalo Sabres in a 4-2 win at Capital One Arena on Saturday night to claim their fourth straight win. In the process, Washington continues Buffalo’s…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, NHL News, Washington Capitals

3 Takeaways From Capitals’ Record-Setting Road Win Over the Maple Leafs

Christopher Babos | December 7, 2024

The Washington Capitals scored an impressive 3-1 road victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday night (Dec. 6) for a franchise record ninth consecutive road win. In a battle…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals

Capitals Snap Home Losing Streak in 5-4 OT Win Over Islanders

Christopher Babos | November 29, 2024

On Friday, the Washington Capitals snapped a four-game home losing streak at Capital One Arena with a 5-4 comeback win over the New York Islanders. Jakob Chychrun scored the game-winning…

Categories New York Islanders, NHL News, Washington Capitals

3 Takeaways From Capitals’ 2-1 Loss to Avalanche

Christopher Babos | November 22, 2024

The Washington Capitals found a late goal post instead of the tying goal in a 2-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. on Thursday…

Categories Washington Capitals

Capitals Offense Prepared to Survive Alex Ovechkin’s Injury

Christopher Babos | November 20, 2024

It was reported on Tuesday (Nov. 19) that Washington Capitals’ star forward Alex Ovechkin will be out week-to-week with a lower-body injury following a collision midway through the third period…

Categories Washington Capitals

Alex Ovechkin Pacing the NHL in Goals Following Hat Trick vs. Golden Knights

Christopher Babos | November 18, 2024

Washington Capitals superstar Alexander Ovechkin has officially put the league on notice following a hat trick in a 5-2 win against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday evening at T-Mobile…

Categories NHL News, Washington Capitals

Alex Ovechkin Could Break Wayne Gretzky’s Goal Record in Early 2025

Christopher Babos | November 12, 2024

Alexander Ovechkin is no stranger to partying on the ice following a Washington Capitals goal. The 20-year NHL veteran has celebrated 10 times through 14 games this season, skyrocketing his…

Categories Washington Capitals
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