Many of the Washington Capitals celebrated the one-year anniversary the first Stanley Cup Championship victory in franchise history on social media.
Here are the memories and moments shared by Alex Ovechkin, Tom Wilson, Lars Eller, Devante Smith-Pelly, Jakub Vrana, and Michal Kempny.
Tom Wilson
Tom Wilson’s post focused on the post-game hugs as everyone threw their gear in the air and raced to Braden Holtby’s net.
Michal Kempny
Kempny posted a pic of him smooching the Cup.
Lars Eller
Eller posted the video of his game-winning goal and the celebration that followed the win.
Devante Smith-Pelly
DSP posted pictures to his Instagram story of him scoring the game-tying goal in the third period and raising the Stanley Cup.
Jakub Vrana
Jakub Vrana’s first picture in his Instagram story says “U know what day it is,” tagging the Capitals and underutilizing the heart and Cup emoji. The second is a picture of the sea of fans at the Cup parade with the text “Red city.” (❤️)
Alex Ovechkin
The Caps’ captain thanked his team for a moment that “will be always in my heart.”
The Capitals
The Capitals’ posted a montage of players’ and fans’ reactions after the clock hit zero.
John Walton
Voice of the Capitals John Walton posted on Twitter asking for fans to share their favorite memories, and the replies are really lovely.
One year ago today. On this happiest of anniversaries, tell me what it meant to you that night, what it means to you now, and your favorite memories of the greatest night in our history. #ItsOKtoBelieve pic.twitter.com/x0GFhSPZLc
— John Walton (@WaltonCaps) June 7, 2019
To celebrate in person with other Caps fans, join the RMNB Game Five viewing party at Walters Sports Bar!
Headline photo: @tom_wilso
