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Which Caps player is Travis Boyd? Surprisingly, not Travis Boyd.

With the help of his significant other, Kelsey, Travis Boyd took RMNB’s Which Caps Player Are You? challenge on Instagram.

And the result will surprise you.

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By Ian Oland 1 hour ago

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Todd Reirden on how he’d like to see the NHL season resume, if possible

Todd Reirden spoke to the media on Monday. The Capitals head coach talked about the precautions his family has taken due to his son’s immune system disorder as well as what he’s doing to relate with his players during the coronavirus pandemic.

Reirden also shared is thoughts behind how he’d like the 2019-20 season resume if it is at all possible. Alex Ovechkin recently shared that he’d like the playoffs to start immediately even if it’d deny him the opportunity to reach 50 goals again.

Todd had a more conservative idea.

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By Ian Oland 3 hours ago

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Peter Bondra wishes Olie Kolzig a Happy 50th Birthday

Former Capitals goaltender Olie Kolzig celebrated his 50th birthday on Monday.

And one of his former teammates from those great 90’s Capitals teams wished him a happy birthday: Peter Bondra!

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By Ian Oland 17 hours ago

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Build Nationals Park or Oriole Park at Camden Yards while you’re quarantined

It’s been several weeks since we were all forced to stay at home due to the coronavirus outbreak. Since then, I’ve learned that I need new challenges to stay both happy and sane. For instance, there is just so much CNN, Netflix, Disney Plus, and hockey blogging my brain can absorb before my eyes get weary and I start getting this rotting feeling in my skull.

Desperately in need of a new activity, I have turned to stadium models. I’m not sure if this will entertain or infuriate me, but I’m all in.

Last week, I put in an order for BRXLZs of Nationals Park and Orioles Park at Camden Yards. They are very popular online and have sold even more briskly since the pandemic broke out.

When you take a look at the details of these things, you’re probably going to want one too.

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By Ian Oland 20 hours ago

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Todd Reirden watched ‘Tiger King’ to relate with his players

Washington Capitals head coach Todd Reirden held a conference call with reporters Monday morning. It marked the first time he’s spoken to the media since the coronavirus outbreak suspended the NHL’s 2019-20 season.

Reirden said during the call that he’s sheltering in place with his wife Shelby and his 17-year-old son Travis, who has an immune system disorder. “We’ve had to be careful about what we bring into the house” to keep him safe, Reirden said.

But all that extra time at home has meant more TV time and the Reirdens have watched some eclectic programming.

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By Ian Oland 24 hours ago

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Washington Nationals announce Curly W beer to celebrate World Series championship

The Washington Nationals announced a new beer to celebrate their World Series championship last fall.

The beer is called Curly W. It’s an India pale ale with six percent ABV.

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By Ian Oland 1 day ago

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We made a ‘What Caps player are you?’ Instagram filter, use it and tag us!

Stuck at home and tethered to your phone for the foreseeable future? Don’t just doomscroll; check out our new Instagram effect and find out which Caps player you are.

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By Peter Hassett 1 day ago

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Mike Green explains why his favorite tattoos are his hand tattoos

With the NHL suspended due to the coronavirus, former Capitals defenseman Mike Green has been more active on social media lately.
Last week, Green shared what his favorite tattoos are.

Green first entered the league in 2005 as a chubby-cheeked, slick-skating rearguard that had no noticeable tattoos. Now, Greener has a full sleeve on his left arm and several tattoos on his right.

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By Ian Oland 2 days ago

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