Posts About "Ilya Samsonov"
Holtby's Last Hurrah with the Caps?
July 18th, 2020 Braden Holtby has been counted out before. For those with short memories, in the midst of the worst statistical season to that point in his career in 2017-18, Holtby lost his grip on the Washington Capitals’ starting goaltending job at the worst possible time. Young backup Philipp Grubauer was more consistent down the stretch and...
Top 10 NHL Backup Goaltenders
March 13th, 2020 The Russian hockey legend and 1989 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee Vladislav Tretiak once said: "there is no position in sport as noble as goaltending." Perhaps what Tretiak ought to say is that no position is as noble as the backup goaltender. As much as the 31 NHL starting goalies have a heavy burden to bear, the men who play behind...
Capitals' Samsonov Making a Calder Trophy Push
February 4th, 2020 Ilya Samsonov, the Washington Capitals’ highly touted first-round pick in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft and presumptive goalie of the future, finally got his chance in the NHL this season. The rookie is every bit the goaltender that the franchise had hoped for, and he has worked himself into consideration for the Calder Trophy. Not only...
Capitals Ignore Consequences of Overpaying Backstrom
January 15th, 2020 You would have a hard time denying Washington Capitals star Nicklas Backstrom has been a $9.2 million player over the course of his current 10-year contract. The problem is the 32-year-old likely won’t be during his five-year extension, during which he will almost certainly burden the Caps with that very same cap hit. Capitals...
Ovechkin, Samsonov Lead Capitals over Hurricanes 2-0
January 14th, 2020 WASHINGTON — By now, it almost seems like no big deal when Alex Ovechkin reaches another milestone. Ovechkin scored two first-period goals Monday night and moved into 11th place on the NHL's career list, leading the Washington Capitals to a 2-0 win over the Carolina Hurricanes. The 34-year-old superstar passed Teemu Selanne and...
THW's Goalie News: MacLellan Backs Holtby, Boucher's Historic Night
January 9th, 2020 In today's goalie news, we'll talk about a general manager backing his netminder. Plus, we'll revisit an incredibly historic night in the career of a journeyman goaltender. MacLellan Backs Holtby With the trade deadline fast approaching, any player at the end of his contract is sure to be the subject of some speculation,...
THW's Goalie News: Fleury Skips ASG, Lehner Honored & More
January 4th, 2020 We only had two games on the National Hockey League schedule on Friday night, but we got another road win from a top rookie. Also, the Pacific Division gets a new netminder for the All-Star Game and one of the top goalies in the league gets a big honor. Fleury Declines All-Star Game Invite Vegas Golden Knight goaltender...
NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Capitals, Hall, More
October 17th, 2019 In today's NHL Rumors rundown, are the Montreal Canadiens looking to add a defenseman? Do the Washington Capitals have a goaltending controversy? Plus, what's the latest between the New Jersey Devils and Taylor Hall and what does Tom Fitzgerald joining the Devils coaching staff mean? Related: NHL Rumors: Byfuglien, Turris, Muzzin,...
THW's Goalie News: Samsonov, Schneider, and Goalie Pride
October 5th, 2019 Friday night featured five NHL matchups, but no goalie shined brighter than debuting top prospect Ilya Samsonov. Cory Schneider left the ice with injury, and a goalie in Russia made headlines with a big announcement. Samsonov Shines in Debut With Braden Holtby entering the final year of his contract, the future of the crease in...
Samsonov Wins NHL Debut as Capitals Beat Islanders 2-1
October 4th, 2019 UNIONDALE, N.Y. — T.J. Oshie scored the tiebreaking goal, Ilya Samsonov stopped 25 shots in his NHL debut, and the Washington Capitals beat the Islanders 2-1 Friday night to spoil New York's season opener. Jakub Vrana got his second goal in two games t...
Is Braden Holtby Done with the Capitals?
September 17th, 2019 With the Rookie Showcase closed, one thing is abundantly clear: the veterans still reign supreme. One of the biggest headliners is Braden Holtby, who will soon reach the end of a five-year contract. Can the Washington Capitals keep their superstar, or will another team steal him away? Just Sign Braden Holtby Already In some...
America's Capital Hosts NHLPA Rookie Showcase
August 27th, 2019 The National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) hosted their 11th annual Rookie Showcase at MedStar Capitals Iceplex in Arlington, Virginia on Sunday, Aug. 25. The practice arena for the Washington Capitals opened its doors to the media and 27 of the league’s best young talent. The event provided both groups with the...
Capitals: Breaking Down Uncertain Goalie Situation
July 7th, 2019 This NHL offseason has been a busy one for the Washington Capitals. Yet some insiders are more concerned with next offseason, when goaltender Braden Holtby’s contract expires, leaving him an unrestricted free agent and possibly clearing the way for his exit from Washington.
