Capitals Lose Hagelin, But Get Boost From Mantha’s Return Carl Knauf | March 9, 2022 Washington Capitals’ fans should be happy that Carl Hagelin (eye) and Joe Snively (wrist) underwent successful surgeries this week. Hagelin is out indefinitely while Snively is out 4-6 weeks. On…
Capitals’ Backstrom, Ovechkin Near Milestones on Road Trip Ted Starkey | March 8, 2022 With the Washington Capitals heading off to western Canada for a three-game road swing through Alberta and British Columbia, it has potential to be one full of milestones for both…
NHL Roster Report: Oilers, Capitals, Red Wings, Wild, Panthers & More Tim Hiebert | March 7, 2022 Both players placed on waivers on Saturday were claimed, one ending up on the team he started the season with. The Arizona Coyotes signed another forward to a contract extension,…
NHL Talk: Flames, Bruins, Blue Jackets, Jets, Blackhawks & More Tom P. | March 4, 2022 In this edition of NHL Talk, these are the top storylines with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Listen to The Hockey Writers Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts, every weekday…
Capitals’ Playoff Chances Hinge on Strong March Performance Carl Knauf | March 4, 2022 The Washington Capitals need a great March because April is going to be brutal. The team is currently in the Eastern Conference’s second wild-card spot with the Columbus Blue Jackets…
Capitals Must Answer Key Questions Before 2022 Trade Deadline Luke James | March 2, 2022 Following the Washington Capital’s latest defeat, a 5-3 home loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, head coach Peter Laviolette’s frustration was clear: “You’re looking at a game where it’s tight,”…
NHL Talk: Bruins, Capitals, Jets, Blackhawks, Senators & More Tom P. | March 1, 2022 In this edition of NHL Talk, these are the top storylines with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Listen to The Hockey Writers Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts, every weekday…
Capitals Are Overly Dependent on Scoring First Goal Ted Starkey | February 28, 2022 The Washington Capitals had won five straight on the road heading into their one-week break, but their success came to an abrupt end with a pair of ugly losses at…
Capitals Are Right to Limit Connor McMichael’s Time on Ice Luke James | February 23, 2022 Connor McMichael’s usage and development have become topics of concern amongst fans of the Washington Capitals. The 21-year-old has made 47 appearances this season, averaging 10:24 time on ice (TOI).…
NHL Recap: Maple Leafs, Capitals, Oilers, Jets, Canucks & More Tom P. | February 18, 2022 The daily “NHL Recap” column is your go-to for the top quotes from every game in the NHL. Listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast,…
NHL Stat Corner: Penguins, Oilers, Flames, Maple Leafs, Canadiens Rob Couch | February 18, 2022 This edition of the NHL Stat Corner looks at three sets of longtime rivals: the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals, Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames, and Toronto Maple Leafs and…
Kraken & Capitals Make Good Trade Partners Ahead of Deadline Sean Raggio | February 16, 2022 The Seattle Kraken need to be acquiring as much draft capital and accumulating as many prospects as possible as they head into the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. As things stand,…