Nicklas Backstrom on if he was upset about not assisting on Alex Ovechkin’s milestone goals of 800, 801, and 802
Nicklas Backstrom has assisted on over a third of Alex Ovechkin's 810 career goals in the NHL. Those 278 apples by Backstrom…
Tom Wilson scores first goal since returning from major offseason knee surgery
The Washington Capitals were down 3-0 to the New York Islanders early in the second period. Then Alex Ovechkin leveled JG Pageau…
Why the Capitals should scratch [Player X]
Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson returned to the Washington Capitals active roster one week ago today. Then the team went on to…
Nicklas Backstrom registers first point since returning from injury, a primary assist on a TJ Oshie goal
There was no guarantee Nicklas Backstrom would ever return to the NHL after having major offseason hip surgery. His career could have…
Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson participate in sparsely attended optional practice, Carl Hagelin skates in non-contact jersey
The Washington Capitals eked out a 1-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday night. Certain members of the team were…
Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson return game: live blog (January 8, 2023)
This is your place to check for updates and comment along with the Washington Capitals vs. Columbus Blue Jackets game on January…
The Capitals lines with Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson back
The Washington Capitals announced on Saturday that Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson would be making their season debuts against the Columbus Blue…
They’re really back
Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson are making their season debuts for the Washington Capitals tonight against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The moment…
Projecting what the Capitals lineup may look like with Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson back from injury
The Washington Capitals are going to get star forwards Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson back into their lineup for the first time…
Nicklas Backstrom will make his return from offseason hip surgery against Columbus Blue Jackets
Exactly halfway through their 2022-23 season, the Washington Capitals find themselves firmly cemented into the Eastern Conference playoff picture with 50 points…
Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson will not dress against Predators, Nic Dowd returns
Washington Capitals head coach Peter Laviolette announced during his pregame press conference on Friday that neither Nicklas Backstrom nor Tom Wilson will…
Dylan Strome will likely move to the wing when Nicklas Backstrom returns
Dylan Strome has spent the entire 2022-23 regular season at center, but his time in the pivot position may be soon coming…
Nicklas Backstrom on his pending return from hip surgery: ‘I have no pain and I’m able to skate and move the way I want to’
Nicklas Backstrom held a press conference with the media for the first time since Training Camp on Wednesday. The Swedish centerman had…
Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson are ‘close’ to returning but neither will travel for game in Columbus
Veteran forwards Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson are still seeking to make their season debuts after undergoing respective major surgeries over the…
Nicklas Backstrom back on ice in full-contact jersey after return from COVID protocol
Nicklas Backstrom was dealt a rough hand last week. The Swedish playmaker was fully in the midst of ramping up the final…
Nicklas Backstrom enters COVID protocol, Capitals try to focus on the positives of its timing: ‘At least it’s now’
The Capitals' optional practice on Wednesday saw a host of injured players skate before the team is set to take on the…
Nicklas Backstrom posts fancam, pens guest post in appreciation of Alex Ovechkin: ‘Ovi deserves all the credit’
Nicklas Backstrom wasn't on the ice when his longtime teammate, Alex Ovechkin, scored his milestone 800th career goal or when the Capitals…
Nicklas Backstrom and Tom Wilson skated on the first line with Alex Ovechkin during practice
Tom Wilson joined Nicklas Backstrom at practice in a normal, contact jersey at Wednesday's hour-long practice at MedStar Capitals Iceplex. Backstrom and…
Close to returning? Nicklas Backstrom dons regular practice jersey at Capitals morning skate.
The Washington Capitals got quite the sight for sore eyes on Saturday morning as they prepared to take on the Toronto Maple…
Peter Laviolette gives update on injured Capitals, encouraged by the smile on Nicklas Backstrom’s face
The Washington Capitals' injured list has been like my son's Christmas list: long and constantly evolving. Friday, during the Capitals' optional skate,…
