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Alex Ovechkin, Tom Wilson, and Washington Nationals bobbleheads prices slashed during FOCO’s up-to-60% off sale

FOCO is offering a discount on all its in-stock bobbleheads ahead of what’s expected to be a dizzying and aggressive Black Friday week.

From today, November 19, through November 23, FOCO’s bobbleheads are up to 60 percent off. Washington Capitals bobbleheads on sale include the popular Alex Ovechkin The Goal bobblehead, which I’m told has less than 300 units remaining and is expected to sell out soon, and the Tom Wilson & Halle bobblehead which benefits Wolf Trap Animal Rescue. There are less than two dozen Wilson bobbleheads remaining.

Both bobbles would make great Christmas gifts.

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By Ian Oland 5 days ago

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Nic Dowd surprises nine-year-old girl diagnosed with cancer earlier in the year

London Simpson’s 2020 has been even more challenging than normal. The nine-year-old Caps fan was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, the most common type of cancer in children, and was getting chemotherapy while trying to complete the fourth grade.

“The beginning of the year, we were in the hospital for the first month doing treatment,” Rose Simpson, London’s mom, said to the Capitals. “So many treatments and so much chemo that basically she could barely get out of bed and barely walk. Now, to go months later, we’re finally in maintenance and she’s running around. It’s exciting to see her come up from the treatment.”

Recently, the family was surprised by the Capitals and Nic Dowd with a Hope For Henry Homegating Party to try and lift their spirits after such a challenging year.

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By Ian Oland 5 days ago

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RMNB recommends the work of Tim Heidecker

We don’t have any hockey right now, so here are some ideas from us at RMNB on how you could spend your time.

In today’s episode: maybe the most prolific comedian of our era?
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By Peter Hassett 5 days ago

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Not-so-humble Mario Lemieux shows off full trophy case while putting on Penguins’ first Reverse Retro jersey

Mario Lemieux, who is looking more and more like Wayne Gretzky by the day, received the first Pittsburgh Penguins Reverse Retro jersey in the mail today.

The Penguins’ owner and Hockey Hall of Famer tried it on in the most ostentatious place in his house: his lit-up trophy display.

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By Ian Oland 6 days ago

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Dmitry Orlov featured on NHL’s Twitter for his impressive single leg jumps workout routine

In late October, Dmitry Orlov start his training for the 2020-21 season by jumping into a pool (AKA melted ice).

Now Orlov is building up strength by jumping up a mondo hill in Russia with one leg. The workout is so impressive it caught the attention of the NHL.

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By Ian Oland 6 days ago

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A first look at Alex Ovechkin’s Reverse Retro Screaming Eagle jersey

Dick’s Sporting Goods appears to be the first retailer that has updated their inventory with the NHL’s Reverse Retro jerseys. There are 24 different player jerseys listed as of publishing, including Alex Ovechkin’s Screaming Eagle sweater. The update gives an even closer look at what many of the Reverse Retro jerseys will look like with players names.

According to Dicks, orders can be placed for their inventory of jerseys on December 6.

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By Ian Oland 6 days ago

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Braden Holtby can’t cross the border because he doesn’t have the proper paperwork for his tortoises

Braden Holtby signed a two-year deal with the Vancouver Canucks worth $4.3 million per year on the first day of free agency in October, officially ending his long tenure in DC. Since then, the Holtbys have acclimated themselves to their new Canadian city, but two of their family members had to tragically stay back in DC.

Honey and Maple Holtby, the family’s two tortoises, have been unable to cross the border, along with dad, due to some red tape at the US Fish and Wildlife Services. Brandi asked for help on her Twitter account on Wednesday so they can swiftly reunite the family.

“We miss our boys!” Brandi wrote.

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By Ian Oland 6 days ago

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Hershey Bears goaltender Zach Fucale debuts new mask painted by Sylabrush

The Washington Capitals signed depth goaltender Zach Fucale to a one-year, two-way contract in August. The 25-year-old journeyman, who was once a 2013 second-round pick of the Montreal Canadiens, will likely spend the season with the Hershey Bears but the “organization still sees potential” in him.

Earlier this week, Fucale debuted his new Capitals-inspired mask for next season. The bucket was painted by the talented Sylvie Marsolais of Sylabrush.

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By Ian Oland 6 days ago

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