Victoria Thomas

Alex Ovechkin celebrates with Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom

Capitals Must Sign Nicklas Backstrom

Victoria Thomas | November 2, 2019

The Washington Capitals compiled a 9-2-3 record in the month of October, setting a franchise record for points (21) and tying the franchise record for wins. They became the second…

Capitals’ Garnet Hathaway: A Real Gem

Victoria Thomas | October 23, 2019

The more kinks that are ironed out at the beginning of the season, the better the chances of spring play. Several Washington Capitals speed bumps that need paving are player…

Capitals: Making the Case for Nic Dowd

Victoria Thomas | October 12, 2019

Nic Dowd deserves a permanent spot on the Washington Capitals for the 2019-20 season. Unfortunately, he is surrounded by talents, and friction between various veterans and rookies competing to make…

Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov

Evgeny Kuznetsov Must Grow His Game

Victoria Thomas | October 8, 2019

The Washington Capitals’ center of controversy returns to the lineup on Oct. 8 against the Dallas Stars at Capital One Arena. Evgeny Kuznetsov re-enters the system after a three-game suspension…

Capitals Split Exhibition Games with Blues

Victoria Thomas | September 29, 2019

The last two Stanley Cup winners met twice in preseason to give fans – and competing NHL players – a taste of what it takes to be an elite team.…

Chicago Blackhawks center Marcus Kruger Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin

Capitals Come up Big Against Chicago Blackhawks

Victoria Thomas | September 26, 2019

The only unchangeable in hockey is that roster names constantly change. The preseason is a great time to become familiar with your team’s rising rookies. Several prospects came up big…

Kempny’s Key Contributions to the Capitals

Victoria Thomas | September 23, 2019

Everyone knows that a team cannot win the Stanley Cup when solely relying on a stellar offense. Washington Capitals fans know this more than most. In many regards, that is…

Washington Capitals goaltender Braden Holtby

Is Braden Holtby Done with the Capitals?

Victoria Thomas | September 17, 2019

With the Rookie Showcase closed, one thing is abundantly clear: the veterans still reign supreme. One of the biggest headliners is Braden Holtby, who will soon reach the end of…

Capitals Takeaways from 2019 Prospects Showcase

Victoria Thomas | September 12, 2019

The 2019 Prospects Showcase at Ford Ice Center in Antioch, Tennessee, featured top prospects from the Washington Capitals, Carolina Hurricanes, Nashville Predators and Tampa Bay Lightning. Held Sept. 7-10, the…

Is Gudas a Good Fit for the Capitals?

Victoria Thomas | September 9, 2019

Radko Gudas recently traded orange for red. The defenseman who spent three seasons with the Tampa Bay Lightning and four seasons with the Philadelphia Flyers will now call the Washington…

Capitals Face Some Preseason Tests

Victoria Thomas | September 3, 2019

The 2019 preseason starts this week for the Washington Capitals. To make things easier for everyone, we have compiled the important information for the upcoming dates and opponents. Preseason Is…

Ovechkin Overseas: China Edition

Victoria Thomas | August 30, 2019

Alex Ovechkin is hockey’s ambassador. Sponsored by the NHL, the Washington Capitals captain visited Beijing, China this past month, helping kick off celebrations with the apex of the 2022 Winter…