Posts tagged with "Barry Trotz"
Kuznetsov Could Become the Capitals' First-Line Center
August 22nd, 2017 When it comes to the Washington Capitals' roster, the team has strong depth down the middle. Not only do they have one of the league's top centers in Nicklas Backstrom leading the charge, but they also have a young star in Evgeny Kuznetsov, who is on the rise and already ranking among the NHL's elite. This offseason, Washington...
Would a Major Shakeup Really Help the Capitals?
May 31st, 2017 After yet another disappointing season for the Washington Capitals, general manager Brian MacLellan spoke to the media in regards to the team's future. Though many would expect that the team would see major changes this offseason, MacLellan had a different take on things. "I think it's a lot easier to make this team worse than it...
Should the Capitals Keep Karl Alzner?
May 28th, 2017 The Washington Capitals will have to reevaluate their blue-line situation this offseason, especially because many of their defensemen are pending free agents. They will also have to decide on the future of one of their longest-tenured defenders: Karl Alzner. Playing in the Capitals' organization since 2008, Alzner has developed from...
Trotz Not the Problem With Capitals, What Is?
May 22nd, 2017 After yet another year where the Cup-favorite Washington Capitals experienced an early playoff exit, something has to give. The last time the Capitals saw major changes was in May 2014. After failing to make the playoffs, Washington cleaned out their front office, firing general manager George McPhee and head coach Adam Oates while...
Off the Crossbar: Caps Order New "Window of Opportunity" from Pella
May 11th, 2017 Another year of failed expectations. The Washington Capital’s window of opportunity to win the Cup slammed shut last night, after yet another second round defeat to the hands of the Pittsburgh Penguins. As a result, Caps' franchise owner, Ted Leonsis finally acknowledged his team's window of opportunity has closed. "Yep, it...
A Look Into Ovechkin's Inferno
May 9th, 2017 Going into Game 5 against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Washington Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin found himself in unfamiliar territory: demoted to the third line. The Capitals' captain has not looked like himself these playoffs and has five goals and eight points through 11 postseason games. His numbers have been inconsistent, and at times...