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…
Washington Capitals: Braden Holtby Posts Shutout In Rout Matthew Speck | November 2, 2013 Even with leading scorer and Captain Alexander Ovechkin off the ice, the Washington Capitals put forth presumably their best effort of the 2013-14 season Friday night with a 7-0 win…
Capitals Make Right Call in Keeping Tom Wilson Josh Marks | October 22, 2013 The Washington Capitals have elected to keep 19-year-old rookie right wing Tom Wilson past the 10-game mark, meaning this season will count against his entry-level contract. In doing so, General Manager…
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…
