Capitals vs. Penguins: Resurgent Ovechkin Back on Crosby’s Level Chris McHugh | November 20, 2013 NBC has pulled out all the stops to hype up ‘Rivalry Night’ for tonight’s Capitals Penguins clash – and with good reason. Fresh off the back of a 48-game season…
Hershey Bears Notebook: Sunbelt Sweep Matthew Speck | November 15, 2013 The Hershey Bears (5-4-2-2) began a successful three game road swing this week, winning two games in Charlotte on Wednesday and Thursday. They outscored the Checkers (5-8-0-1) 13-4 in the…
The Capitals’ Inept Second Line Sam Hauslohner | November 13, 2013 Brooks Laich, Troy Brouwer and Marcus Johansson comprise the Washington Capitals’ second line. As the second line, their job is to be a consistent offensive threat; their job is to…
Washington Capitals Prospect Update: November 12th Matthew Speck | November 12, 2013 The Hockey Writers gives an update of Washington Capitals prospects below. Forwards Stanislav Gailev, Andre Burakovsky and Chandler Stephenson continue to impress in their prospective leagues. ECHL Stanislav Galiev: After…
The Capitals Aim Low on Road Trip Sam Hauslohner | November 12, 2013 Heading into this past weekend’s two-games-in-two-nights road trip, the Washington Capitals were outwardly pessimistic. Despite winning their previous four games—outscoring opponents 19-6 in the process—the Caps were simply mortified by…
Hershey Bears Complete Successful Weekend With Shootout Loss Matthew Speck | November 10, 2013 HERSHEY – Even losses can bring out the best in a hockey team. The Hershey Bears (3-4-2-2) fought back from a second period deficit, forcing overtime before they lost in…
Hershey Bears Pickup Win In Shootout Matthew Speck | November 9, 2013 HERSHEY – Like last Sunday, the Hershey Bears (3-4-2-1) were in a situation to close out a game in the third period and they didn’t do it. They failed to…
Washington Capitals: Cap Situation After Chimera Extension Matthew Speck | November 9, 2013 The Washington Capitals kept another one of their own Friday afternoon, re-signing 34 year old speedy forward Jason Chimera to a two year contract worth four million dollars. Chimera will…
Washington Capitals Prospect Garrett Mitchell: Hometown Kid Matthew Speck | November 7, 2013 HERSHEY – Playing in their own hometown is an experience many athletes dream about, but most don’t get to live. Washington Capitals 22 year old forward prospect Garrett Mitchell accomplished…
Washington Capitals Week Six Preview Matthew Speck | November 4, 2013 The Washington Capitals (7-7) enter this week following two straight wins over the Philadelphia Flyers and Florida Panthers. They play four games over the next seven days, with two of…
Washington Capitals: Dmitry Orlov Deserves NHL Minutes Matthew Speck | November 4, 2013 Washington Capitals defensive prospect Dmitry Orlov has made the most of his time spent in the American Hockey League this season, awaiting a chance to become an everyday player in…
Hershey Bears Response Not Enough Matthew Speck | November 3, 2013 The Hershey Bears (2-4-2-1) were on their way to their second home victory of the season Sunday night at Giant Center, only to be let down by a defensive breakdown…