Alex Ovechkin on signing a contract extension and finishing his career with the Capitals: ‘We’ll see’
A year or two ago, it seemed like a foregone conclusion that Alex Ovechkin would sign a contract extension, chase Wayne Gretzky's…
Current and former Capitals teammates say really nice things about Nicklas Backstrom
The Washington Capitals went all out to celebrate Nicklas Backstrom's 1,000th NHL game on Thursday. The team formed a stick tunnel for…
Jakub Vrana said there was ‘something going on’ before the Capitals decided to trade him: ‘Let’s just move on and look forward’
Jakub Vrana took to the ice for the first time as a member of the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday. Vrana, a…
Brian MacLellan says that Jakub Vrana was a ‘frustrated player’ under Peter Laviolette. ‘We moved on from it.’
Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan made two deals on trade deadline day to try and make the team stronger headed into…
Brian MacLellan ‘wouldn’t rule out’ Henrik Lundqvist returning to the Capitals
Henrik Lunqvist went under the knife for five hours on January 10 and had open-heart surgery. The future Hall of Fame goaltender…
‘Frustrated’ Brian MacLellan shares his opinion on the NHL’s seven-game suspension of Tom Wilson
On Friday, Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan spoke about negotiations on a new contract with Alex Ovechkin. He also shared a…
Brian MacLellan says he will get a new contract done with Alex Ovechkin ‘at some point’: ‘We just have to find a sweet spot that we agree on’
Brian MacLellan hosted a press conference with the media on Friday and shared an update on his contract negotiations with Alex Ovechkin…
Alex Ovechkin on if he’s had any negotiations on a contract extension with Brian MacLellan: ‘We just say hi and that’s it’
Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan said over the offseason that he would continue negotiations with Alex Ovechkin on a new extension when…
Negotiations on a new contract for Alex Ovechkin are ‘status quo’
Alex Ovechkin will be an unrestricted free agent at the conclusion of the 2020-21 season, but the Washington Capitals don't even want…
Brian MacLellan anticipates Ilya Samsonov starting, Vitek Vanecek backing up during 2020-21 season
Henrik Lundqvist's shocking announcement that he would not play this season due to a heart condition rocked the Capitals organization and the…
Henrik Lundqvist has managed his heart condition his entire career, but a routine physical revealed ‘his risk level is not acceptable’
Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan talked to reporters on Wednesday for the first time since Henrik Lundqvist announced he would not…
Brian MacLellan on why the Capitals signed Justin Schultz and how much playing time Henrik Lundqvist will get
General manager Brian MacLellan spoke to media on Friday after the Washington Capitals signed two unrestricted free agents, Henrik Lundqvist and Justin…
Brian MacLellan’s ‘tell’ that Henrik Lundqvist is likely going to sign with the Capitals
According to reports, recently bought-out Henrik Lundqvist is set to sign a one-year deal with the Washington Capitals on Friday, the first…
Source: Alex Ovechkin’s likely asking price believed to be Connor McDavid money
On Tuesday Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan discussed negotiations with Alex Ovechkin and other upcoming free agents after he introduced Peter Laviolette…
Brian MacLellan on Braden Holtby: ‘I would expect him to go to free agency’
The Washington Capitals introduced new head coach Peter Laviolette on Tuesday afternoon. General manager Brian MacLellan, who was also on the call,…
Ted Leonsis praises GM Brian MacLellan for his ‘efficient’ coaching search
Capitals majority owner Ted Leonsis is very pleased with his general manager Brian MacLellan. Tuesday, Leonsis welcomed new head coach Peter Laviolette…
Alex Ovechkin and Capitals table talks about contract extension until training camp
Alex Ovechkin's 13-year, $124 million contract will end after the 2020-21 season. A new deal for Ovechkin is a high priority for…
Brian MacLellan admits bringing back Braden Holtby ‘is going to be difficult’, says some ‘tough decisions’ will be made in offseason
Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan cracked the door a little on a possible return of Braden Holtby but acknowledged the chances…
Brian MacLellan says next Capitals head coach will need to be experienced: ‘We need someone who can come in and push some buttons’
Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan spoke to reporters hours after announcing that the team had fired second-year head coach Todd Reirden…
Brian MacLellan says the Capitals are looking to re-sign Brenden Dillon: We’ll ‘see if we can work something out’
Brian MacLellan confirmed during a video conference call with reporters on Friday that the Washington Capitals are looking to re-sign trade-deadline acquisition…
