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Marcus Boutilier

A Sports Administration graduate bringing over 35 years of following Capitals hockey. An experienced freelance writer contributing NHL and OHL information. Most recently covering the Kingston Frontenacs and a feature article in Beckett Hockey magazine. A former intern with the 1997 OHL Champion Oshawa Generals.

Andy Sutton Equipped For Life After Hockey

Marcus Boutilier | November 23, 2020

Playing big was never a problem for retired NHL veteran Andy Sutton. The 6-foot-6, 250-pound defenceman played a fearless style of game, blocking shots, making big hits, and standing up…

Categories Player Profiles, The Business of Hockey

Capitals Enjoy Successful Decade at World Junior Tournament

Marcus Boutilier | November 14, 2020

From 2010 to 2020, the Washington Capitals enjoyed great performances from some of their top prospects at the annual World Junior Championships. Not all prospects won a gold medal for…

Categories Capitals History, World Junior Hockey Championship

Capitals’ Future Drafting Focus Must Turn to the Center

Marcus Boutilier | October 29, 2020

The Washington Capitals understand they must address the center position as their perennial number-one center and future Hall of Fame inductee, Nicklas Backstrom’s career winds down. He recently signed an…

Categories Washington Capitals

Contract-Year Capitals Could Complicate Salary Cap Decisions

Marcus Boutilier | October 22, 2020

Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan has had to make some crucial decisions during the 2020 offseason. Some additional thought went into this year’s contract offers and signings given the…

Categories Washington Capitals

Flyers Get Wisdom From the Kingston Frontenacs

Marcus Boutilier | October 17, 2020

As the 2020 NHL Draft approached, Zayde Wisdom started to become a name more recognizable in hockey circles throughout pro scouting. Hockey fans in Kingston had an interest in which…

Categories CHL, Flyers Prospects, OHL

Holtby Leaves a Legacy With the Capitals

Marcus Boutilier | October 12, 2020

Braden Holtby will be leaving the Washington Capitals as a pivotal asset in the team’s only Stanley Cup championship just two seasons ago and leaves a lasting legacy off the…

Categories Capitals Goaltending, NHL Goaltending, Player Profiles

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