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Luke James

Luke is an award-winning freelance sports journalist from London, England. In addition to his work on the Washington Capitals and Ottawa Senators for THW, he covers the Elite Ice Hockey League for British Ice Hockey and world soccer for numerous publications, including on Substack. To stay up to date with his content, follow @LukeJames_32 on Twitter.

Capitals Should Stretch Lapierre’s NHL Stint For As Long As Possible

Luke James | October 20, 2021

By scoring in his NHL debut for the Washington Capitals, Hendrix Lapierre joined an exclusive club. His goal, the Capitals’ third in a 5-1 season-opening win over the New York…

Categories CHL, Editor's Choice, Washington Capitals

Capitals’ Kody Clark Set for Breakout Season

Luke James | October 17, 2021

In conversations about the Washington Capitals’ near-future, too much time is spent contemplating Alex Ovechkin’s race against history. In case you aren’t aware, the Great Eight must average 33 goals…

Categories Capitals Prospects

Capitals Waive Michal Kempny as His Road to Recovery Continues

Luke James | October 10, 2021

If the Washington Capitals entered pre-season with doubts about the role defenceman Martin Fehervary would play in 2021-22, they have since evaporated. On Saturday (9 October), the D.C. franchise placed…

Categories Washington Capitals

Capitals’ Goaltending Inexperience Could Cost Them This Season

Luke James | October 9, 2021

Goaltending matters. Disproportionately so for teams that harbour Stanley Cup aspirations and are heading towards the end of their window to win. In fact, the quality of the Washington Capitals’…

Categories Capitals Goaltending, Editor's Choice

Capitals’ Jersey Sponsorship Deal Poses Serious Questions For NHL

Luke James | September 26, 2021

The NHL’s Jersey Advertisement Program has lift-off. Starting in 2022-23, the Washington Capitals will wear the logo of Caesars Sportsbook on their home and third jerseys – marking an important…

Categories The Business of Hockey, Washington Capitals

Cup-Winning Capitals: Where Are They Now?

Luke James | September 23, 2021

Who could forget the Washington Capitals’ run to the Stanley Cup in 2017-18? The Final started poorly, with the Caps losing Game 1 of the series 6-4 in Las Vegas.…

Categories Capitals History, Hockey History

Capitals’ Connor McMichael Has Bright Future But Shouldn’t Be Rushed

Luke James | September 19, 2021

Connor McMichael’s ability to develop into a reliable NHL center could have a transformative impact on the Washington Capitals in the years ahead. Although the Canadian, who turns 21 in…

Categories Capitals Prospects, Editor's Choice

Martin Fehérváry Faces Vital Year With Washington Capitals

Luke James | September 15, 2021

The Washington Capitals’ window of opportunity is closing. Alex Ovechkin turns 36 before the start of the season, the Eastern Conference is stacked with young talent, and head coach Peter…

Categories Capitals Prospects
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