There are only 29 NHL goalies who have faced an Alex Ovechkin shot and never given up a goal
Alex Ovechkin has scored on a record 181 different goaltenders during his 20-season career in the NHL. Five of those goaltenders are…
Joe Beninati will now voice Alex Ovechkin’s historic goals even if the games are aired on national TV: ‘He deserves to call these once-in-a-lifetime goals’
Monumental Sports & Entertainment, the rights holder for Washington Capitals games, announced a cooperation agreement with the NHL on Tuesday that gives…
Alex Ovechkin says he will ‘most likely’ not sign another contract extension with Capitals in 2026
Alex Ovechkin is on the cusp of hockey history, just nine goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record. Ovechkin has…
Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad suspended 20 games for violating terms of NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program
The NHL announced a 20-game suspension for Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad on Monday. Ekblad will be suspended, without pay, due to…
Capitals equal win total from last season in 20 fewer games
The Washington Capitals have already equaled their win total from last season in 20 fewer games. Washington achieved the feat after defeating…
Capitals move one point ahead of Winnipeg Jets for top spot in NHL after 7-3 win over Edmonton Oilers
The Washington Capitals moved back atop the NHL's standings after their 7-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday afternoon. Washington already…
USA-Canada game in 4 Nations Face-Off gets huge viewership
The NHL announced huge viewership numbers for the USA vs Canada game on Saturday, February 15. The 4 Nations Face-Off matchup featured…
Alex Ovechkin on if he’ll watch the 4 Nations Face-Off: ‘What’s the point of watching something where the Russian team doesn’t participate’
Alex Ovechkin has zero interest in watching the ongoing 4 Nations Face-Off. The Washington Capitals captain is currently on vacation in Miami,…
Gary Bettman and NHLPA head Marty Walsh remain positive about future CBA talks: ‘We’re going to get to where we’re going’
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and executive director of the NHLPA Marty Walsh were center stage ahead of the league's opening game of…
NHL announces that World Cup of Hockey will return in 2028 with at least eight teams
The 2025 4 Nations Face-Off is the first international tournament since the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. Hours before puck drop of…
4 Nations Face-Off primer: Event schedule, team rosters, storylines, and how to watch tournament
The 4 Nations Face-Off gets underway on Wednesday night as Canada plays Sweden in the first of seven games over the next…
Capitals extend standings points lead in Eastern Conference and Metropolitan Division to double-digits after win in Philadelphia
The Washington Capitals continue to set the pace in the NHL's Eastern Conference during the 2024-25 campaign. Washington further marked their domination…
Logan Thompson named NHL’s Second Star of the Month after going 8-0-1 in nine appearances
Logan Thompson went undefeated in regulation during the month of January, and received recognition from the NHL on Saturday afternoon. Thompson was…
NHL’s big salary cap increases over the next three seasons come at an opportune time for the Capitals
The NHL and NHLPA have released projections for the league's salary cap over the next three seasons. The current salary cap, set…
Utah Hockey Club will hold new in-arena fan vote for team name after abandoning previous favorite ‘Yeti’
The Utah Hockey Club has had a wrench thrown in their naming plans. After launching a fan vote for a permanent name…
Nicolas Aube-Kubel placed on waivers by Buffalo Sabres after scoring only once this season
Nicolas Aubé-Kubel, a 2022 Stanley Cup champion with the Colorado Avalanche, was placed on waivers by the Buffalo Sabres, Monday. If NAK…
Ethen Frank scores third goal in seventh NHL game for Capitals as important waivers-related decision looms
The Washington Capitals recalled Ethen Frank on January 10, marking his first stint in the NHL since signing with the organization at…
Connor McDavid suspended three games for cross-checking Conor Garland in the head
Connor McDavid has been suspended three games for cross-checking Conor Garland in the head on Saturday night. The NHL’s Department of Player…
NHL agent believes salary cap will rise to $97 million next season and jump to $105 million within three years
The future of the NHL's salary cap has been a well-covered topic this season. First projections for the 2025-26 season had the…
Logan Thompson named NHL’s First Star of the Week after notching back-to-back shutouts
Logan Thompson's incredible last three starts for the Washington Capitals have received recognition from the NHL. Thompson was named the league’s First…
