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Capitals, Orlov Have Much to Consider as Negotiations Continue

Sammi Silber | August 9, 2016

The offseason is winding down, and the Washington Capitals have had a quiet, but productive one. They’ve acquired Lars Eller, who should slot in as their third-line centre, and the additions of Brett…

Categories Washington Capitals

Washington Capitals Select Lucas Johansen #28 Overall

Andrew Forbes | June 24, 2016

With the 28th pick in the 2016 NHL Draft the Washington Capitals selected Lucas Johansen from the Kelowna Rockets of the Western Hockey League (WHL). About Lucas Johansen It’s in…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL News, Washington Capitals

Caps Built on Foundation of Alzner & Carlson

Dan Rice | March 28, 2016

They were both first round picks of the Washington Capitals, both became regulars in the lineup starting in 2010-11 and now as the Caps are about to enter the postseason…

Categories Washington Capitals

Always Steady Alzner Makes Big Strides for Capitals

Scott Lowe | February 8, 2016

On a team full of highly skilled players with MVP-type capabilities in the midst of a potential record-setting season that has already had its share of amazing individual and team…

Categories Washington Capitals

Capitals Keep Winning Thanks to Next Men Up

Scott Lowe | December 9, 2015

Many years ago, long after Bobby Bowden had built his Florida State football program into a national powerhouse, there was an interview with him that always comes to mind when…

Categories Capitals Prospects, Washington Capitals

5 Observations From Washington’s First 5 Games

Ben Lutz | October 22, 2015

It has been a glorious start to the season so far for the Washington Capitals. The team is 4-1-0 and has rolled through three straight wins outscoring the opposition 14-4.…

Categories Advanced Stats, Washington Capitals

NHL’s Most Underrated Defenseman: Capitals’ John Carlson

Glynn Cosker | May 17, 2015

Washington Capitals’ defenseman John Carlson made a major name for himself as a junior. Who can ever forget his amazing goal from the point in the 2010 World Junior Hockey…

Categories Player Profiles, Washington Capitals

The Washington Capitals’ Recipe for Success in Game 3

Glynn Cosker | May 4, 2015

In a way, it’s a shame that Alex Ovechkin’s incredible goal against the New York Rangers over the weekend was not a winning goal – or even a goal in…

Categories New York Rangers, Washington Capitals

Who Should Canuck Fans Cheer For?

Trevor Beggs | April 30, 2015

Are you over it yet? It’s been almost a week since the Canucks completely blew, ahem, I mean lost to a hungry and youthful Calgary Flames squad. Don’t worry Canuck…

Categories Vancouver Canucks

Late Birthday Prospects: The Biggest Risks Of The NHL Draft?

Derek Neumeier | January 12, 2015

On June 22nd, 2007 the Boston Bruins selected forward Zach Hamill 8th overall in that year’s NHL Entry Draft. At first glance, the pick didn’t look so bad. Hamill was…

Categories NHL Entry Draft

How the Washington Capitals Defense Improved

Matthew Speck | January 9, 2015

The revamped Washington Capitals blue line has moved Barry Trotz’s squad closer to competing for a Stanley Cup championship. They’re a legit contender yet, but with the growth of a…

Categories Washington Capitals

John Carlson: Washington Capitals 2014-15 Player Preview

George Foussekis | September 16, 2014

Consistency is something that is valuable in the NHL.  If there has been one bright spot on the Capitals blueline for the past several years, it has been John Carlson. …

Categories Washington Capitals
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