The Worst 1st Overall Draft Pick…Ever
The 2021 Draft Lottery is now set for July 23, and the teams hoping for the first overall pick are starting to dream of adding that next great piece to…
Capitals’ Management in Question as Ex-Players Thrive With New Teams
Since the Washington Capitals’ Stanley Cup title in 2018, the franchise has underachieved greatly in the postseason. Though changes happen every year for every NHL team, questionable player moves have…
1974-75, the Capitals’ First (and Worst) Season
On June 7th, 2018, after 44 years of trying, the Washington Capitals finally lifted the Stanley Cup. 43 years, 2 months, and 10 days earlier, in Oakland, California, these same Capitals took turns lifting a trash can around the ice in mock jubilation.
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Today in Hockey History: June 7
There was still plenty of hockey played on June 7, and we got to see a trio of unique Stanley Cup winners, some overtime drama, clutch goaltending, and one streak…
NHL Rumors: Jets, Capitals, Maple Leafs, More
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Mark Scheifele is looking at a potential suspension for his charge on Jake Evans of the Montreal Canadiens. There is talk about T.J. Oshie and…
Today in Hockey History: May 30
This date in National Hockey League history has seen its fair share of memorable moments. From Stanley Cup Final drama to coaching changes and trades, May 30 has provided us…
Washington Capitals Jersey History
Perhaps no team in the National Hockey League had as inauspicious a start as the Washington Capitals. In the entire century-plus of NHL history, the 1974-75 Capitals, one of two…
NHL Rumors: Flames, Maple Leafs, Bruins, Capitals, Oilers, More
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Calgary Flames are listening to offers on Sean Monahan. Meanwhile, even though the trade has worked out great for both sides, forward Taylor Hall…
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Senators, Blackhawks, Blue Jackets, Capitals, More
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, media and NHL insiders took a look at the future for Ryan Nugent-Hopkins in Edmonton and wondered if the Oilers will hang on to the…
2020-21 Washington Capitals – An Obituary
Every season has its own storyline. From players injured to record-breaking seasons. And while the continued talk surrounding the Washington Capitals has always been Alexander Ovechkin and his record-breaking pace…
Capitals’ Lackluster Game 4 & 5 Performances Conjure Demons of the Past
After three tightly contested games that went to overtime, the Washington Capitals delivered back-to-back dud performances against the Boston Bruins in Game 4 and Game 5 of their first-round playoff…
Ovechkin’s Free Agency Shouldn’t Take Him Anywhere Else
With the Washington Capitals’ season is over after a five-game first-round loss to the Boston Bruins, the next big question for the club is what happens to unrestricted free-agent Alex…
Mike Gartner: Revisiting a True Hall of Fame Career
Right winger Mike Gartner played 19 seasons in the National Hockey League. He scored at least 30 goals in 17 of those 19 campaigns. This phenomenal feat is an NHL…
