Have you ever waffled on a decision and wondered, “What would Alex Ovechkin do?” Well, now you *might* know with your very own “GR8 Ball” — a Washington Capitals’ all-fans giveaway item during the 2026-27 regular season.
Would it be a mistake to tell her I like her? I’m almost out of gas — should I risk it for another exit? Will my peak athletic performance only come after eating a foot-long Italian sub and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos?
“THE GR8 SAYS YES,” is one of several answers the Capitals’ Ovechkin-themed take on a Magic 8 Ball will provide.
The Ovechkin keepsake is available on January 23 against the New York Rangers, and is one of 15 different giveaways the Washington Capitals announced in a press release on Tuesday.
Other notable giveaway items as part of the team’s promotional calendar include an Alex Tuch-designed hat, an Alex Ovechkin remix bobblehead (potentially playing off the team’s upcoming Hometown Remix jersey), an iced coffee cup, a hockey rink butter dish, and a positive affirmation button.
There are also 29 different theme nights and 19 different ticket offers. Hockey Fights Cancer Night will be held on November 19 against the Buffalo Sabres, while Pride Night is returning on January 19 and features a Pride tank top available in a special ticket offer.
Other notable special ticket offers include a Dylan Strome “Strometrooper” bobblehead, an Oktoberfest beer stein, and a cherry blossom hat.
The full list is below, along with photos of many of the promotional items.
Fan Giveaways
| Date | Opponent | Giveaway |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 7 | PIT | Schedule Magnet courtesy of Vanda Pharmaceuticals |
| Oct. 28 | PHI | Iced Coffee Cup |
| Nov. 7 | FLA | Hometown Remix Rally Towel |
| Nov. 19 | BUF | Hockey Fights Cancer Rally Towel courtesy of Leidos |
| Nov. 25 | PHI | Hockey Rink Butter Dish courtesy of Fognigma |
| Dec. 1 | VAN | Hometown Remix Beanie |
| Jan. 12 | VGK | Alex Ovechkin Hometown Remix Bobblehead courtesy of Vanda Pharmaceuticals |
| Jan. 16 | COL | Fan Designed Rally Towel |
| Feb. 2 | WPG | Alex Tuch Designed Hat |
| Feb. 21 | NSH | Kids Giveaway (first 3,000 kids) |
| Feb. 23 | NYR | GR8 Ball |
| March 3 | CAR | Positive Affirmation Button |
| March 15 | TBL | Trading Card Team Pack |
| March 30 | CHI | CapsFest T-Shirt courtesy of Capital One |
| April 3 | CBJ | Team Poster |
Theme Nights
| Date | Opponent | Theme Night |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 7 | PIT | Home Opener presented by Vanda Pharmaceuticals |
| Oct. 14 | MTL | Hispanic Heritage |
| Oct. 17 | NJD | Educators Appreciation presented by KPMG |
| Oct. 20 | LAK | Donate Life presented by MedStar Health |
| Oct. 24 | BUF | Oktoberfest presented by Logan’s Sausage |
| Oct. 28 | PHI | Hockey Halloween presented by Dunkin’ |
| Nov. 1 | MIN | Youth Hockey Day presented by GEICO |
| Nov. 3 | DAL | First Responders Night presented by Google Cloud |
| Nov. 14 | NJD | Veterans Day presented by LIUNA |
| Nov. 19 | BUF | Hockey Fights Cancer presented by Leidos |
| Nov. 25 | PHI | CapsGiving presented by Fognigma |
| Dec. 17 | DET | Caps Holiday Party presented by Ticketmaster |
| Dec. 19 | STL | Caps Holiday Party presented by Ticketmaster |
| Jan. 2 | OTT | Women in Sports |
| Jan. 4 | TOR | Caps Canines Night pawsented by PEDIGREE Foundation |
| Jan. 14 | CAR | Country Music Night |
| Jan. 19 | MTL | Pride presented by Giant Food |
| Jan. 22 | NYI | Margaritaville presented by Ocean City |
| Feb. 14 | UTA | Heart Health Awareness presented by MedStar Health |
| Feb. 16 | ANA | Star Wars™ Night presented by GDIT |
| Feb. 19 | SJS | Celebrating Black History presented by Giant Food |
| Feb. 21 | NSH | Kids Day |
| March 3 | CAR | Hockey Talks presented by MedStar Health |
| March 9 | CGY | Salute to the Military |
| March 17 | NYI | Go Green |
| March 23 | DET | Cherry Blossom Night presented by Vanda Pharmaceuticals |
| March 26 | BOS | Neuro Awareness presented by MedStar Health |
| March 30 | CHI | CapsFest presented by Capital One |
| April 3 | CBJ | Fan Appreciation presented by Michelob ULTRA |
Special Ticket Offers
The Capitals will also offer a number of special ticket packages throughout the season, each featuring an exclusive item or experience tied to that night’s theme. Season-ticket members will be able to purchase the items separately without buying an additional game ticket. More details will be announced at a later date.
| Date | Opponent | Special Ticket Offer |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 11 | SEA | Grateful Dead Hat |
| Oct. 11 | SEA | Swim Cap |
| Oct. 14 | MTL | Hispanic Heritage Long Sleeve Shirt |
| Oct. 17 | NJD | Educators Crewneck |
| Oct. 20 | LAK | Healthcare Heroes Crewneck |
| Oct. 24 | BUF | Oktoberfest Beer Stein |
| Oct. 28 | PHI | Rugby Jersey |
| Nov. 1 | MIN | Mahjong Bag |
| Nov. 1 | MIN | Stick Tape |
| Nov. 3 | DAL | First Responders Long Sleeve Shirt |
| Nov. 14 | NJD | Reversible Lacrosse Pinny |
| Jan. 4 | TOR | Dog Treat Bag |
| Jan. 14 | CAR | Hometown Remix Cowboy Hat |
| Jan. 19 | MTL | Pride Tank Top |
| Jan. 22 | NYI | Beach Towel |
| Feb. 2 | WPG | Law Enforcement Long Sleeve Shirt |
| Feb. 14 | UTA | Hello Kitty® Bobblehead |
| Feb. 16 | ANA | Dylan Strome “Strometrooper” Bobblehead |
| March 23 | DET | Cherry Blossom Hat |
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