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Capitals Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Carlson Era Ends, Dowd Departs, New Faces and More

THW Staff | March 8, 2026

It is definitely an emotional and transitional week for the Washington Capitals and their fans. Following the March 6 trade deadline, the team is dealing with a massive roster shakeup,…

Categories Washington Capitals

The Capitals’ High-Wire Act at the 2026 Trade Deadline

THW Staff | March 8, 2026

For 17 seasons, John Carlson was the constant in D.C. He was the power-play quarterback, the minute-muncher, and the last remaining pillar of a defensive core that brought a Stanley…

Categories Trade Deadline, Washington Capitals

John Carlson Trade Redefines the Anaheim Ducks’ Blue Line

Matthew Zator | March 7, 2026

The 2026 NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone, and for the first time in nearly a decade, the Anaheim Ducks weren’t just gathering assets. General manager Pat Verbeek, known…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Trade Deadline

6 Most Impactful Deals of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

Alex Chauvancy | March 7, 2026

The NHL Trade Deadline was quieter than in years past, but that doesn’t mean there weren’t some impactful trades. It was a seller’s market. There’s no doubt about that, but…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Colorado Avalanche, Dallas Stars, Edmonton Oilers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Trade Deadline, Utah Mammoth

NHL Trade Grades: Ducks Upgrade Defense in Shocker John Carlson Deal With Capitals

Alex Chauvancy | March 6, 2026

Maybe you saw the news late last night, but in case you missed it, the Anaheim Ducks and Washington Capitals linked up on a late-night trade that sent longtime Capital…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Capitals Transactions, Ducks Transactions, NHL Trade Analysis, Trade Deadline, Washington Capitals

Ducks Acquire John Carlson For 2 Draft Picks

Andrew Forbes | March 6, 2026

The first official trade of the NHL Trade Deadline day came down the wire just after one o’clock in the morning as the Anaheim Ducks acquired defenceman John Carlson from…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Ducks Transactions, NHL News, Trade Deadline, Washington Capitals

Capitals Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Playoff Push, Roster Moves and More

THW Staff | February 23, 2026

Here is the latest news and upcoming schedule for the Washington Capitals as the NHL resumes play following the 2026 Winter Olympics break. The Return from the Olympic Break The…

Categories Washington Capitals

NHL Rumors: Devils’ Cap Situation, John Carlson Contract Talk & Wild Not Done

Justin Giampietro | December 20, 2025

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the New Jersey Devils are in some cap trouble, so letting a player or two go will be necessary to beef up the lineup. What…

Categories Calgary Flames, Editor's Choice, Minnesota Wild, New Jersey Devils, NHL Rumors, Washington Capitals

Washington Capitals Injury Updates: Leonard, Lindgren, and Carlson

Hayley Paljug | December 11, 2025

The Washington Capitals had a much-needed two-day break after a tough early schedule with little downtime. While these breaks give players a chance to rest, three currently injured Capitals may…

Categories Capitals Transactions, Washington Capitals

3 Takeaways Following Capitals’ Tight 3-2 Loss to Lightning 

Christopher Babos | November 9, 2025

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel unsealed a tie game at 8:42 of the third period to provide a 3-2 win over the Washington Capitals at Benchmark International on Saturday…

Categories Washington Capitals

Capitals’ John Carlson Reaches 1,100 Games: A Look Back at His Career so Far

Hayley Paljug | November 2, 2025

Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson played his 1,100th NHL game on Saturday evening. The career-long Capital became the 15th defenseman in league history to play 1,100-plus games with one team,…

Categories Capitals History, Hockey History, Washington Capitals

Contract Extension Not Guaranteed for John Carlson & the Capitals

Frank Mills | October 4, 2025

Washington Capitals’ defenseman John Carlson is entering the final year of his eight-year, $64 million contract. According to ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski, as of Sept. 18, there have been no discussions…

Categories Washington Capitals
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