Report: Ilya Samsonov expected to sign with the Capitals after April 30
According to KHL reporter Aivis Kalniņš, Ilya Samsonov is expected to sign an entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals after April 30.…
Braden Holtby responds to Philipp Grubauer being named playoff starter
Following Capitals head coach Barry Trotz's decision to start Philipp Grubauer in Game One against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Braden Holtby spoke…
TJ Oshie says he’s good to go for playoffs, Jay Beagle still out with upper-body injury
On Tuesday, the Washington Capitals held their first full practice at Kettler Capitals Iceplex since the regular season ended. TJ Oshie --…
#PutYourSticksOut movement pays tribute to the victims of the Humboldt Broncos crash
On Friday, tragedy struck when the Humboldt Broncos were involved in a fatal collision with a transport truck. The crash left 15…
The Golf Channel will be airing NHL playoff games
The NHL postseason kicks off on Wednesday. With the schedule for all of the upcoming first round matchups released, two games have…
Barry Trotz says that Tom Wilson is ‘growing as a leader’
Tom "bacon bits" Wilson has been having a career season, and that's just on the ice. Off it, Wilson has been stepping…
Barry Trotz calls Shane Gersich a ‘possible candidate for the playoffs’
On March 23, the Washington Capitals signed prospect Shane Gersich to a two-year, entry-level contract. He played his NHL debut against the…
Capitals sign prospect Brian Pinho to two-year, entry level contract
The Providence Journal’s Mark Divver reported on March 29 that the Capitals and prospect Brian Pinho were negotiating an entry level contract.…
Philipp Grubauer takes dog on walk to enjoy Washington DC cherry blossoms
With DC's cherry blossoms expected to reach full bloom over the weekend, Philipp Grubauer took advantage of the Capitals' day off to…
Daniel and Henrik Sedin to retire from NHL at the end of the 2017-18 season
In a letter penned by Daniel and Henrik Sedin on NHL.com, the pair announced that they would retire at the end of…
Philipp Grubauer debuts new mask inspired by the American flag
Dave Gunnarsson, the Swedish airbrush artist, has created a new mask for Capitals goaltender Philipp Grubauer. The design was posted to Gunnarsson's…
Capitals clinch third-straight Metropolitan Division title
On Thursday, the Capitals clinched their spot in the 2018 postseason. Now, with a 3-1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Capitals…
The Capitals can clinch a third-straight Metropolitan Division title with a win over the Penguins
On Thursday, the Capitals clinched their 2018 playoff spot thanks to a Penguins overtime win against the New Jersey Devils. Tonight, the…
Alex Ovechkin’s Russian machine-like durability sees him through to 1000 career NHL games
On Sunday, Alex Ovechkin makes franchise history once again. When the Russian machine steps onto the ice at PPG Paints Arena, he…
Accountant Scott Foster just became the latest emergency goaltender to play in an NHL game. His postgame comments were legendary.
On Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks took on the Winnipeg Jets. Goaltender Anton Forsberg was set to start in net, but hurt himself…
Nate Schmidt helps Golden Knights fan get out of work early to attend game
When the Vegas Golden Knights visited San Jose to take on the Sharks on March 23, Golden Knights fan William Rothwell-Torres was…
Filip Forsberg tries to one-up Evgeny Kuznetsov, attempts lacrosse-style goal
It looks like Evgeny Kuznetsov has started an end-of-season trend. Just days after Kuzy attempted to score a "Michigan" lacrosse goal, former…
NHL’s Board of Governors approves rule change in goaltender interference challenges
During their annual meeting, the NHL's general managers recommended that the Situation Room should resolve all goaltender interference challenges. Before that change…
This sweet gesture by Nicklas Backstrom made Lias Andersson’s NHL debut against the Capitals even more special
On Monday, Lias Andersson made his NHL debut for the New York Rangers. His first NHL game was already set to be…
Nicklas Backstrom gives stick to kid in his jersey after Rangers game
Nicklas Backstom got third star with two assists against the New York Rangers on Monday. He also moved into third on the…
