Darcy Kuemper to start against Buffalo Sabres despite Charlie Lindgren’s recent great play
The Washington Capitals and head coach Spencer Carbery are going back to regular number one starter Darcy Kuemper in net against the…
The 2024 Capitals Canine Calendar is now officially on sale
The Washington Capitals announced that their 2024 Caps Canine Calendar is available for purchase, Wednesday. This year’s calendar features 24 different Capitals…
Evgeny Kuznetsov will not play in game against Buffalo Sabres
The Washington Capitals will take on the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday night and will be without center Evgeny Kuznetsov for the second-straight…
Martin Fehervary making progress in return from injury
The Washington Capitals jumped on the ice for an optional morning skate before their pre-Thanksgiving battle with the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday.…
Charlie Lindgren and Nic Dowd help host adaptive skate for children with disabilities
ARLINGTON, VA -- Learning to skate is rarely easy, but for children with disabilities, getting on the ice can be even more…
Brian MacLellan seems to suggest Nicklas Backstrom is done playing: ‘He made a decision and that’s the way he’s going out’
The Washington Capitals announced center Nicklas Backstrom would be taking a leave of absence from the team over two weeks ago. Since…
Why there’s no NHL games on the schedule today
The NHL can sometimes have a weird schedule and Tuesday, November 21, is a total odd ball. The league has zero games…
Frances Tiafoe visits practice, introduces Capitals to new sport: Hockey Tennis
Maryland's own Frances Tiafoe is a true tennis star. Born in Hyattsville, the 25-year-old is the the number 16 ranked player in…
Evgeny Kuznetsov does not practice with either power play unit, status to be determined for Sabres game
Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov has been a full participant at practice for the past two days. Despite that, it doesn't sound…
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attend Vancouver Canucks game, appear to really enjoy hockey
The Toronto Maple Leafs have Justin Bieber. The Vancouver Canucks have Prince Harry. Monday, the Duke of Sussex dropped the ceremonial first…
Nic Dowd misses practice a day before game against Buffalo Sabres
The Washington Capitals practiced for the second straight day on Tuesday before they're set to host the Buffalo Sabres. Besides Alex Ovechkin…
Spencer Carbery identifies two things the Capitals’ league-worst power play needs to do to turn things around
The Washington Capitals and their power play have been a major topic this season and that isn't going to stop until they…
What it’s like to have glass-side seats and sit behind the Capitals bench during a game
Nathan Burchfiel had the opportunity of a lifetime on Saturday. Nathan, and his lovely wife Natalie, were presented glass side seats for…
Connor McMichael sticks as Capitals’ second-line center at practice even with return of Evgeny Kuznetsov
The Washington Capitals got in a full practice on Monday after taking Sunday off post their victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets.…
Evgeny Kuznetsov returns to Capitals practice after missing game due to illness
The Washington Capitals practiced on Monday for the first time since their 4-3 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Present on the…
Spencer Carbery thrilled with Anthony Mantha’s direct response to coaching: ‘We’ve talked to him and it just shows his commitment’
Washington Capitals forward Anthony Mantha entered the 2023-24 season after a summer full of trade rumors suggested he might not return to…
Hendrix Lapierre scores game-winning goal, nets first career three-point night against Blue Jackets
Hendrix Lapierre came into Saturday night with plenty to prove. He had watched the last four games from the press box, unable…
Ivan Miroshnichenko healthy-scratched by Todd Nelson for play away from puck: ‘We just want to find that consistency’
Ivan Miroshnichenko scored a highlight reel goal against the Bridgeport Islanders on Friday. The tally marked the AHL rookie's second goal in…
Hershey Bears 
Bears finish week undefeated with 4-0 shutout over Bridgeport
The Hershey Bears finished out their week strong with a 4-0 shutout over the Bridgeport Islanders. Bears' goalie Clay Stevenson was named…
Alex Ovechkin scores 827th career goal after Columbus forgets he’s Alex Ovechkin
Alex Ovechkin scored one of the easier goals of his career against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Saturday. After a parting of the…
