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Carl Knauf

Author. Master Journalist (so the degree says). I specialize in music, the publishing industry and sports. Hockey has always been a passion of mine, and though it is one sport I never played on ice--not many options in the desert--it is one I follow. I'm a Washington Capitals fan, and besides 2018, it's been a frustrating journey. I love it.
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Capitals Finally Break Through Against Bruins

Carl Knauf | April 12, 2021

The Washington Capitals and Boston Bruins were supposed to keep things as expected in their season series. Fans who love offense would probably avoid the game and the ugliness would…

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Capitals in Tight Division Race Down the Stretch

Carl Knauf | April 7, 2021

The MassMutual East Division is as tight at the top as a closing five-hole. With 17 games remaining, the Washington Capitals, New York Islanders, and Pittsburgh Penguins will be jostling…

Washington Capitals Alex Ovechkin skates in against New York Rangers Alexandar Georgiev

Capitals Continue to Struggle Against Rangers

Carl Knauf | March 23, 2021

The Washington Capitals currently are tied for the second-best record in the league and have scored the fourth-most goals. However, they can barely get anything done against the perfectly average…

Daniel Sprong Washington Capitals

Capitals’ Daniel Sprong Adding Young Offensive Depth

Carl Knauf | March 17, 2021

Daniel Sprong’s four-game point streak ended last night against the New York Islanders. However, his three goals and one assist during that span coincided with the Washington Capitals’ current six-game…

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Capitals’ Health and Perseverance Key to Postseason Run

Carl Knauf | March 9, 2021

The Washington Capitals are two points below the New York Islanders for the MassMutual East Divison lead. However, the standings are tight, and fans have a right to be wary…

Nicklas Backstrom Washington Capitals

Capitals Getting a Big Boost From Backstrom’s Consistency

Carl Knauf | March 3, 2021

He’s played Robin to Alex Ovechkin’s Batman. Nicklas Backstrom isn’t underrated by any means, but his greatness has been overshadowed by Ovechkin’s magnitude. That doesn’t matter though because the Washington…

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Capitals’ Iconic Playoff Goals From Joel Ward & Devante Smith-Pelly

Carl Knauf | February 25, 2021

In honor of Black History Month, it’s important to reflect on the barrier-breakers who have sacrificed for progression. Sports have always been a main stage for norms to be challenged,…

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