Braden Holtby

Braden Holtby expected to start tonight against the New York Islanders

After backing up Pheonix Copley for two games since suffering an eye injury, Braden Holtby is expected to start against the Islanders tonight.

Head coach Todd Reirden noted that Holtby is good to go, and they wouldn’t need to recall a goalie from their AHL affiliate, the Hershey Bears.

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Braden Holtby fully participates in practice, could play Friday night

After being raked in the eye by Cam Atkinson’s errant stick and serving as Pheonix Copley’s backup for two consecutive games, Braden Holtby fully participated in Capitals practice Thursday morning – the team’s first time on the ice since a 7-2 drubbing against the Nashville Predators.

It’s unclear which goalie will start against the New York Islanders on Friday, but Holtby’s full participation is another good sign in his recovery.

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By Julia Karron On January 17, 2019 0 Comment

Braden Holtby backs up Pheonix Copley again for ‘precautionary reasons’ following eye injury

Capitals head coach Todd Reirden said two hours before puck drop that everyone was a game-time decision, per the Washington Post’s Isabelle Khurshudyan. And indeed, during warmups, there were several surprises.

Braden Holtby was expected to be in net after Pheonix Copley started last night against the Blues, a 4-1 loss. Instead, Copley will be in goal again — his second start in consecutive nights.

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By Brennin Weiswerda On January 15, 2019 2 Comments

Capitals annual Better Halves basket auction features Stanley Cup Champions buckets, survival gear, and salami

Grab your digital bidding paddles, Capitals fans. The Better Halves are back once again, auctioning off their annual themed gift baskets. As always, the baskets include autographed Capitals memorabilia, from jerseys to commemorative Stanley Cup championship merchandise, but also a few weird and wonderful surprises.

So if you’ve ever felt a desire to own signed fishing gear from Pheonix Copley, a signed four-person tent from Matt Niskanen (you’ve got to be prepared for the desert island, after all), or even some signed salami from Jonas Siegenthaler, then this is the auction for you.

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By Donya Abramo On January 15, 2019 0 Comment

Miscellaneous you missed: big moods and lil bops from the Capitals/Blue Jackets game

Note from Ian Oland: One of the reasons why I asked Brennin to join the RMNB over the summer was because she sees things I don’t during games. The hidden highlights she unearths and the context she gives will make you smile from ear to ear. I hope you enjoy this new series!

So, the Washington Capitals played the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night, losing 2-1 in overtime. Aaaand now that we’ve covered the “hockey” we can dig into the other, more important, much sillier storylines! 🙂

Let’s start with pre-pregame and Evgeny Kuznetsov’s double-breasted hella-gangster bad-ass suit.

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By Brennin Weiswerda On January 13, 2019 0 Comment

Braden Holtby practices, says vision has improved a lot since suffering eye injury against Blue Jackets

Despite the winter storm blanketing several inches of snow around the area, the Washington Capitals held practice Sunday morning, a day after losing to the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1.

There were several notable developments at MedStar Capitals Iceplex — most importantly the health of Braden Holtby.

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By Ian Oland On January 13, 2019 2 Comments

Braden Holtby leaves game in second period after being high-sticked in eye

Braden Holtby left the Capitals-Blue Jackets game in the second period after a dangerous play in the crease.

The Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender absorbed a high stick to his left eye from Cam Atkinson.

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By Ian Oland On January 12, 2019 8 Comments

Braden Holtby struts his stuff and checks out some monuments in new Koons’ commercials

Commercials are usually a quick time to use the restroom, get a refill, or grab a snack during the game. But recently, you might have noticed that where you might usually expect yet another boring car commercial, Braden Holtby has been popping up instead.

Koons of Silver Spring released some brand new commercials starring the goalie himself. The Vezina-winner visits some DC monuments while looking like a downright snack.

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By Elyse Bailey On January 11, 2019 0 Comment

Braden Holtby is now tied for the league lead in goalie points after an assist on Chandler Stephenson’s goal

Halfway through the second period of Monday’s matchup in Capital One Arena, Braden Holtby decided to show off his offensive prowess. He assisted on the Capitals third goal of the game.

Is there anything Holtby can’t do?

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By Brennin Weiswerda On December 31, 2018 1 Comment

Here are the best GIFs from the Capitals’ Christmas card video

Last year for Christmas, the Caps gifted fans a butchering of their favorite holiday songs.

This year, the Caps have produced another album in the form of a Christmas card video, and this one features puns about winning the Stanley Cup sprinkled in.

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By Julia Karron On December 24, 2018 1 Comment

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