Nicklas Backstrom Scores Goal in First Game Back After Olympics Doping Suspension (GIF)
Photo: Robert Mayer This has been the worst week of Nicklas Backstrom's professional career. After being one of Sweden's best players in…
Alex Ovechkin Nabs Three Points, Scores Game Winner Against Panthers in First Game Back from Olympics
Photo: Robert Mayer In his first game back since the crushing disappointment of Sochi, Alex Ovechkin did what Alex Ovechkin does, scoring…
The Mike Green vs Tim Thomas Breakaway: What the Actual Hell (GIF)
The Florida Panthers had erased two two-goal leads on Monday night, but the Capitals had a chance to finish them off late…
Bad First Shift Back: Mikhail Grabovski Falls Down Awkwardly, Questionable to Return
A month and three days ago, the Washington Capitals lost one of their best players when Mikhail Grabovski injured his ankle after being…
“I Will Never Forget Where I Came From:” Nicklas Backstrom’s Childhood Revealed on Swedish Television
You're in for a treat. During the Olympic break, Swedish television's Viasat ran a feature on Washington Capitals center (and gold-medal-game pariah) Nicklas…
Nicklas Backstrom and Marcus Johansson Infinitely Ride Bikes in Sochi (GIF)
Photo: Aftonbladet One of our most read articles during the Sochi Olympics had nothing to do with hockey, which I guess at this…
Sweden Handles Losing A Lot Better Than We Do (Photo)
When the Washington Capitals are defeated in the playoffs, everyone in DC becomes miserably miserable. We leave cranky comments on stories, kvetch…
Ovi on Instragram: Alex Ovechkin Returns From Sochi, Plays FIFA Shirtless Because Why Not?
Amid the chaos of Nicklas Backstrom's gold-medal game suspension on Sunday, Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin quietly joined his second social media…
Marcus Johansson Receives Silver Medal in Sochi (GIF)
Washington Capitals forward Marcus Johansson may have been devastated after Sweden's 3-0 loss to Canada, but he accomplished a lot in his…
Brouwer Rangers Give Troy Brouwer Giant Balloons in Honor of 100th Goal
Photo: Capital Hill's @md_dc Saturday morning was a time for ceremonial hockey hardware to be awarded. Team Finland beat John Carlson and…
#TeemuForever: Teemu Selanne Wins Bronze (GIFs)
Photo: Andre Ringuette Deep down, we're all huge Teemu Selanne fans (even Peter). That's why, even though John Carlson and the United…
Jimmy Fallon Jokes About Alex Ovechkin Photo on The Tonight Show
After 42 years out in California, The Tonight Show returned to New York City on Monday. New host Jimmy Fallon didn't wait…
John Carlson’s Canadian Caps Teammates Mess With His Locker Before USA/Canada Game (Photo)
Photo: @AdamVingan Last week I solicited Sochi predictions from the non-Olympians on the Washington Capitals. It was apparent that the Caps locker…
Nicklas Backstrom’s Assist Helps Lead Sweden to Gold Medal Game in Sochi (GIF)
Nicky celebrates his apple. (Photo: Andre Ringuette/HHOF-IIHF Images) Washington Capitals forwards Nicklas Backstrom and Marcus Johansson will play for a gold medal…
Alex Ovechkin Says Thank You
This seems like it deserves its own post. If you haven't had a chance yet, make a Get Well Soon card for…
Jay Beagle and John Erskine Drive Zambonis at Kettler Because Why Not
Wednesday was the first day back for the Washington Capitals. Practice for all the non-Olympians went about how you expect. But after…
Team Russia Knocked Out: Reactions and Sad Photos
Photo: AP It started off so well. Ilya Kovalchuk scored early in the first period of Russia's quarterfinals game against Finland, but…
Team Sweden’s Off Day in Photos
Backstrom and Mojo, whatta pic. (Photo: @ErikKarlsson65) Caps Nicklas Backstrom and Marcus Johansson and the rest of Team Sweden were busy on…
RMNB on CRL: Inside Joe B’s Suit of the Night
We've let Ian have the fun long enough. He's played video games with Tom Wilson and poured "wine" over his head with…
Slovakia Goaltender Jan Laco Butt-Checks Russian Forward Alexi Tereshenko (GIF)
After the Brooks Laich dating Julianne Hough news, the only natural follow-up is an article dedicated to butt-checking. Yes, during Sunday's game between Russia…
