Capitals survive very poor third period en route to clinching win: numbers for the morning after
The Washington Capitals eked out a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night. They cruised through the first two periods…
‘There was lots of 8s’ during Alex Ovechkin’s 888th career goal game
The Washington Capitals defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 at Capital One Arena on Thursday. The victory made the Caps the first team…
Spotlight grows on Washington Capitals as Alex Ovechkin nears all-time goal record: ‘Our guys feed off it’
Washington, DC -- Alex Ovechkin scored his 888th career goal Thursday night against the Philadelphia Flyers, pulling just 7 goals away from…
Washington Capitals become first team in NHL to clinch playoff spot
The Washington Capitals are officially the first team in the NHL to clinch a playoff spot this season. The Caps had three…
Alex Ovechkin scores 888th career goal, now 7 away from breaking the NHL goals record
Alex Ovechkin just scored the most on-brand goal of his career. After a great set-up feed by Aliaksei Protas, Ovechkin beat Philadelphia…
Aliaksei Protas was shocked by how much the Capitals paid him on his contract extension: ‘Isn’t that too much for me?’
Aliaksei Protas is a humble guy, and his contract talks with the Washington Capitals last year illustrate that point. Protas signed a…
Charlie Lindgren ‘bummed’ by his statistics this season: ‘I feel like I’m playing really good hockey, honestly’
The Washington Capitals are set to finish their season series against the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night. Charlie Lindgren will get the…
Spencer Carbery on Capitals’ opportunity to clinch first playoff spot in NHL against Philadelphia Flyers: ‘How crazy is that?’
ARLINGTON, VA -- The Washington Capitals were the final team to earn a playoff spot in 2024, clinching at the last possible…
Chris Patrick continues to have contract extension talks with Jakob Chychrun: ‘I’m hopeful we’ll get something done’
Capitals general manager Chris Patrick provided an update on contract negotiations with defenseman Jakob Chychrun on Wednesday. Speaking with The Athletic's Pierre…
Washington Capitals could clinch a playoff spot as soon as their next game
The Washington Capitals' memorable 2024-25 season continues on Thursday with a matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers at Capital One Arena. And two…
Aliaksei Protas sets NHL record for most points by a Belarus-born player in a single season
Aliaksei Protas's career year has been a lot of things: surprising, encouraging, and, at times, jaw-dropping. Now, it's record-breaking. Tuesday, after notching…
Logan Thompson gets first career 30-win season with victory over Detroit Red Wings: ‘He’s been exceptional for us’
ARLINGTON, VA -- Logan Thompson got another victory under his belt with a 4-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings Tuesday night,…
Ryan Leonard becomes first Boston College skater to be named Hockey East Player of the Year since Johnny Gaudreau
Ryan Leonard took home Hockey East's top individual prize after his tremendous sophomore season with the Boston College Eagles. The 20-year-old winger…
Alex Ovechkin once gave Aliaksei Protas his car so that he could drive to Hershey and join the AHL’s Bears
Alex Ovechkin has shown his leadership capabilities countless times, both on and off the ice, during his 20-season NHL career. However, for…
Tom Wilson records 30-goal season for the first time in his career: ‘He’s one of the premier players in the league’
WASHINGTON, DC -- Once known more for his physicality than his shooting ability, Tom Wilson is now officially a 30-goal scorer. Wilson…
Capitals and Red Wings play entire game without taking one penalty: ‘That’s old school hockey. No special teams and may the best team win.’
The Washington Capitals and Detroit Red Wings managed to play a completely clean, 60-minute regular-season NHL game on Tuesday night. Neither team…
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discuss potential hockey games in US and Russia involving NHL and KHL players
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed possible collaboration on hockey games in both leaders' countries during a phone call…
Utah Hockey Club files trademark extensions for potential team names after round of in-arena fan voting
The Utah Hockey Club has reportedly filed trademark extensions for two potential permanent team names: Utah Mammoth and Utah Hockey Club. According…
Spencer Carbery on potentially resting Alex Ovechkin down the stretch: ‘Could you imagine if I did that?’
The Washington Capitals are in a great spot. With 15 games remaining in their schedule, the Caps (96) lead the Eastern Conference…
Logan Thompson to start against Detroit Red Wings as Spencer Carbery signals end of alternating goaltender rotation: ‘I don’t think you’ll see that the rest of the way’
ARLINGTON, VA -- The Washington Capitals’ alternating goaltender rotation could be coming to an end. Logan Thompson will be back in net…
