Posts About "Brooks Orpik"
Shutting Down McDavid a Capitals Priority
November 12th, 2017 Just two weeks ago, the Washington Capitals defeated the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place with a dominating 5-2 victory. Sunday marks the second and final time these two teams face off against each other this season. “Everything’s still fresh,” Capitals forward T.J. Oshie said. “I’m sure there’s still emotions from what’s...
For Capitals' Bowey, Consistency Is Key to Roster Spot
October 1st, 2017 As the Washington Capitals get closer to the regular season, there are still a few prospects remaining on the roster who are looking to lock down a spot. On the blue line, there are still four defensemen vying for two open vacancies, and one of them is Madison Bowey. Over the years, the 22-year-old has been making himself a prominent...
What's Going on with Braden Holtby?
April 30th, 2017 The Washington Capitals, who went into this playoff series as one of the favorites to go on and win the Stanley Cup, now find themselves with their backs against the wall. In Saturday's 6-2 loss to Pittsburgh, the Capitals had no firepower or momentum, and were in a state of panic, leading them to do something once thought impossible:...
One-on-One: Shattenkirk Talks Capitals, Orpik & Playoffs
March 27th, 2017 It hasn't even been a month since Kevin Shattenkirk joined the Washington Capitals, but upon first glance, it doesn't seem that way. In fact, the 28-year-old blueliner didn't take long to adjust to his new team at all. At Friday's practice, Shattenkirk was going through the routine drills with his teammates, a smile on his face. In...Shattenkirk the Solution to Caps' Playoff Woes?
March 4th, 2017 The Washington Capitals may have made just one deal, but their acquisition of defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk made them the winners of the 2017 NHL Trade Deadline. Shattenkirk was pretty much the only top-pairing right-handed defenseman available this deadline, and by locking him up as a rental, Washington ensured that they are making...
Beginning of the End for Capitals?
October 13th, 2016 Every year, there is nothing like the pressure of becoming a Stanley Cup contender. Everybody wants to be one of the elite, yet not everyone is at the top of the mountain. Only a few can be considered among the best, even from the preseason. That is what the Washington Capitals became after their magical postseason run in 2008. The...
