The Washington Capitals Obvious Problem: Even Strength Play Matthew Speck | October 18, 2013 The Washington Capitals’ power play unit sits atop the National Hockey League, converting at an alarming 30.8% rate. That has been the best phase of the game for the team…
Hockey News: Joe Thornton’s Goal Celebration; Flames Hot Start Marcy Di Michele | October 11, 2013 In case you missed it, Joe Thornton’s attempt to take the heat of off rookie teammate Tomas Hertl may have gone a little too far. Or maybe it shouldn’t have…
Braden Holtby Still The Capitals Starter, Hillen Injured Matthew Speck | October 4, 2013 The Washington Capitals (1-1) erased a 4-1 deficit Thursday night, picking up their first win of the season in their home opener in a victory over the Calgary Flames. Captain…
Washington Capitals 2013-14 Season Preview Matthew Speck | October 4, 2013 After a slow start in the 2012-13 regular season, the Washington Capitals found their groove but faced another defeat in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs last year.…
Washington Capitals Roster Preview: Forwards Matthew Speck | October 3, 2013 The Washington Capitals begin their 2013-14 regular season with a tough loss in Chicago against the Blackhawks. They boast a strong group for forwards this year, with two above average…
Washington Capitals Roster Preview: Defensemen Matthew Speck | October 1, 2013 The Washington Capitals enter this season with a solid collective group of forwards and two young amd most definitely capable NHL goalies. The biggest problem on their team that could…
Washington Capitals Roster Preview: Goalies Matthew Speck | October 1, 2013 The Chicago Blackhawks won the Stanley Cup last season with a goalie tandem consisting of Corey Crawford and Ray Emery. The Washington Capitals are hoping they can follow the same…
Andre Burakovsky’s Impact On Martin Erat’s Future Matthew Speck | September 17, 2013 Every trade has its risks and rewards. Washington Capitals General Manager George McPhee made a huge one last summer when he acquired Nashville Predators forward Martin Erat for a controllable…
Washington Re-Signs Marcus Johansson, Capitals Current Depth Chart Matthew Speck | September 7, 2013 Heading into training camp, the big question on Washington Capitals’ fans minds was when would RFA forward Marcus Johansson be re-signed and what would be the cost? General Manager George…
Washington Capitals: Five Games To Watch in 2013-14 Matthew Speck | August 27, 2013 The Washington Capitals regular season gets started on October 1st in Chicago, as Alex Ovechkin and Braden Holtby begin the season against the Stanley Cup Champion Blackhawks. The Adam Oates…
The Face-Off: Through the Eyes & Mind of an NHL Player (Part 1) Dan Rice | August 8, 2013 We all know that in hockey it’s a lot easier to be successful when you have the puck rather than when you don’t have it; I know, I’m captain obvious.…
Washington Capitals Free Agent Targets: Mikhail Grabovski Matthew Speck | July 5, 2013 Free Agent Frenzy gets started today, as teams can officially sign players. The Washington Capitals are in need of a capable second line center until Evegeny Kuznetsov heads to North…